Exobotics, a company that uses the latest advancements in robotics, materials, structures, and artificial intelligence to develop software and hardware that is scalable, modular, and tuned for the challenges of operation in extreme environments has showcased a new Desktop Thermal Vacuum Chamber for CubeSat testing.
XO-VAC from Exobotics is a low-cost, desktop thermal vacuum chamber for CubeSats, nanosatellites, and small payloads. XO-VAC simulates the extreme environmental conditions of space by exposing payloads to high vacuum across a wide temperature range.
This thermal vacuum chamber has a vacuum range of 10-7 mbar to 1 atm. It has a heating power of up to 300 W and a cooling power of up to 150 W. The XO-VAC operates in the temperature range of -25 to 125 degrees Celsius. It has a mass of 55 kg and measures 1250 x 600 x 750 mm. The XO-VAC can accommodate a payload of 301 x 107 mm (3U Cubesat) and has a working volume of 8.4 L.
Payload Connectivity
The XO-VAC includes 16 electrical power/signal connections as standard, along with 8 temperature sensors for your payload.
Compact and Reliable
XO-VAC fits on or next to a desk and has a solid-state primary heat exchange system, without the need to worry about leaks or payload contamination.
The XO-VAC is a portable, compact, and low-maintenance solution for testing CubeSats. It significantly reduces lead times and high testing costs enabling rapid iterations through the product lifecycle.
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