Custom Deployable Solar Arrays for CubeSats & Small Satellites

Discuss wing configuration, dimensions, electrical interfaces and deployment method for your mission.

Small satellite with two deployed solar wings: configuration example
FULLSUNS configuration guide | Configuration Example. Reference imagery, not a delivered FULLSUNS product.

Deployment architectures

Wing count and folding segment count describe different aspects of the design. These images are configuration references, not a stock-product catalogue.

Single-wing array

Single-wing array

One deployable wing extends from the spacecraft. Panel segmentation is a separate design choice.

FULLSUNS configuration guide | Configuration Example

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Dual-wing array

Dual-wing array

Two wings extend from the spacecraft. Each wing may contain one or multiple panel segments.

FULLSUNS configuration guide | Configuration Example

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Multi-wing array

Multi-wing array

More than two wings are evaluated against spacecraft geometry and deployment clearances.

FULLSUNS configuration guide | Configuration Example

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Multi-panel folding array

Multi-panel folding array

Panel segments fold within a wing. Segment count does not define the number of wings.

FULLSUNS configuration guide | Configuration Example. Panel-level reference; folding geometry is project-specific.

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Fixed and body-mounted panels are covered separately. Satellite Solar Panels

Define the supply scope

Use the following items to define the proposed assembly. Included components, supplier responsibilities and engineering scope are confirmed in the project proposal.

Cells & solar panels

Model selection, cell layout and panel electrical configuration.

Substrates & structures

Substrate, panel frame and supporting structure requirements.

Hinges & deployment

Hinge geometry, travel and deployment approach.

Hold-down, release & locking

Launch restraint, release trigger and deployed locking interfaces.

Harnesses & connectors

Wiring, connector definition and deployment routing.

Mounting & sensor interfaces

Spacecraft attachment points and optional sensor accommodation.

Custom parameters

ParameterSelection basis
Cell type & efficiencySelected model and its confirmed datasheet; no array-wide efficiency claim
Nominal & maximum output powerProject-specific; evaluated under agreed mission conditions
Output voltage & channel configurationCustom; matched to the electrical interface
Stowed & deployed dimensionsCustom; matched to the installation envelope
Total massProject-specific; calculated for the selected configuration
Release trigger signalProject-specific interface matching
Antenna & other mounting interfacesSubject to accommodation review
Orbital lifetime & environmentProject-specific; confirmed against mission requirements

Engineering verification plan

The proposal identifies which tasks are performed internally and which require an external laboratory. Test levels, facilities and acceptance criteria are agreed for the specific assembly; no blanket qualification or flight-heritage claim is implied.

Structural analysis

Review stiffness, load paths and interface loads against the agreed model and load cases.

Deployment tests

Define restraint, gravity compensation, deployment sequence and acceptance criteria for the configuration.

Electrical tests

Agree illumination, temperature, circuit configuration and measurement points before comparing output.

Environmental verification

Vibration, shock, acoustic and thermal-vacuum testing may be included in the project test plan after facility and configuration review.

Project deliverables

The document set and release stage are defined in the agreed supply scope. Request available reference documents during the technical review.

  • Technical proposal & preliminary datasheet
  • Overall & installation drawings
  • Electrical schematics & harness definition
  • Interface control document (ICD)
  • Applicable test reports
  • Packaging & delivery information

Technical documents

Available datasheet

30% triple-junction GaAs solar cell reference data. Electrical values are model-specific and subject to stated test conditions.

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Project documentation

Request configuration-specific drawings, an interface control document (ICD) and applicable test documentation. Availability and deliverables are agreed during technical review.

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Export & End-Use Review

Availability of certain products, configurations or technical data may be subject to applicable export-control, end-use and destination review.

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