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Comprehensive analysis of Cubesat electrical power systems for efficient energy management

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The new space movement has seen a rise since the last decade, thanks to CubeSats, which are affordable with fast development times and ease of deployment. One of the major subsystems in a CubeSat is the Electrical Power System (EPS), which generates, stores, and distributes electrical power to various subsystems of CubeSats. The first step in ensuring a productive CubeSat mission is to choose an efficient EPS design. This article’s primary goal is to provide a comprehensive review of all traditional and evolving CubeSat EPS systems. EPS designs have been divided into four types, and the operational elements of these architectures as well as a qualitative comparison have been provided. In addition, in this comprehensive review, CubeSat’s EPS is presented with some prospective research areas for future research work and invention.

Source: Discover Energy

DOI: 10.1007/s43937-025-00069-5

Authors: Usama Shakoor, Mohanad Alayedi, Ebrahim E. Elsayed

Institutions: Institute of Space Technology, Haliç University, Mansoura University

Language: English

Topic: Spacecraft Design and Technology

Subfield: Aerospace Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,590