Satellite payload and communication system testing
Integrated, tailored test solution and comprehensive services for an efficient test execution
With the rapid commercialization of space, more providers are trying to participate in the development of New Space using small satellites. These satellites are expected to be more powerful, smaller and more cost-effective, while facing ever shorter development times. Meeting these demands requires the seamless overlap of all phases - from planning to design, development, assembly, integration and testing (AIT).
Payloads, communication and bus systems, antennas, power supplies and electronic modules must all undergo extensive tests during development, assembly and integration. In addition, the entire system must be validated under space conditions with thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing.
Satellite systems must operate reliably and coexist with other electronic devices without causing interference. As such, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards play a key role in satellite payload testing.
These standards, including AIAA, MIL-STD-461, ECSS, IEC 61000 series and GSFC-STD, define the requirements for emissions, immunity and electromagnetic interference (EMI) mitigation in addition to testing methodologies and compliance criteria. With EMC testing, manufacturers and operators can be certain that their satellites are interoperable with existing networks and ensure the integrity of satellite communication.
At Rohde & Schwarz, we offer comprehensive test solutions for development, production and verification.
