Design of a Solar Array Drive Mechanism for CubeSats: A scalable, modular and reliable SADM for CubeSats in Low-Earth orbit

CubeSats have risen in popularity since its first launch in the year 2003. The low mass, lower launch cost, lower development cost, possibility for piggyback with larger satellites and lower development time involved compared to larger satellites have opened them to be commercialised by private companies. In contrast to being used for...