Aalto-1

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Aalto-1 is a student-built nanosatellite, created by Aalto University, Finland. Based on the CubeSat architecture, it is scheduled to be launched in 2013,[1] and will become Finland's first indigenous satellite. The solar-powered satellite will weigh approximately 3 kilograms (6.6 lb),[2] and will carry a miniature Fabry-PĂ©rot spectrometer, designed by VTT Technical Research Centre.[3]

Artist's impression of Aalto-1 releasing its plasma brake tether.

References

  1. ^ "Science - the future of Europe". PublicService.co.uk. Retrieved 2011-12-25.
  2. ^ Aalto-1 - Summary. Aalto.fi. Retrieved 2011-11-23.
  3. ^ "Aalto-1, the Finnish student satellite". SouthgateARC, 17 October 2010. Retrieved 2011-11-23.

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