| Metric | Specification | Flight‑Test Result (Aquila‑1) | |--------|---------------|------------------------------| | Spatial Resolution | 0.5 m GSD (500 km orbit) | 0.48 m (verified via ground‑truth comparison) | | Spectral Bands | Visible (400–700 nm) + NIR (700–900 nm) | Both bands functional; NIR SNR = 32 dB | | Data Rate | 1.2 Gbps (Ka‑band) | 1.15 Gbps sustained for 45 min passes | | Pointing Accuracy | ≤ 0.1 ° RMS | 0.07 ° RMS during jitter‑suppressed imaging | | Power Consumption | ≤ 12 W (nominal) | 11.3 W average; peaks at 14 W during burst transmission | | Lifetime (Design) | 5 yr (LEO) | No degradation observed after 12 months in orbit |
Overall, SKYHD‑052 met or exceeded its design goals, confirming the feasibility of high‑definition imaging from a platform that fits within a 6U CubeSat envelope (≈ 10 × 20 × 30 cm). skyhd-052
The SkyHD‑052 ships with a vibrant online hub where users can share raw data, custom AI presets, and even crowd‑source “sky maps” for automated tracking of newly discovered objects. The platform also integrates with popular astrophotography tools like AstroImageJ and PixInsight, ensuring seamless workflow transitions. | Metric | Specification | Flight‑Test Result (Aquila‑1)
| Scenario | How SkyHD‑052 Excels | |----------|----------------------| | Backyard Stargazing | Instant 4K live‑view on a tablet; auto‑track and capture without a tripod. | | Field Research | Low‑power solar panel operation, rugged housing, and real‑time data tagging for citizen‑science projects. | | Educational Outreach | Plug into a classroom projector; students see planetary rotations and nebular evolution in real time. | | Content Creation | Stream 4K sky footage directly to Twitch or YouTube with low latency, perfect for live‑streaming celestial events. | | Travel & Adventure | Compact size fits in a carry‑on; battery life extends up to 8 hours on a single charge. | The SkyHD‑052 ships with a vibrant online hub