CP1

CP1 at a Glance


  • Satellite Name: CP1
  • School: California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo
  • Mission Sun Sensor, and Magnetic Torquer
  • Launch Date: July 26, 2006
  • Comm Frequency: 436.845
  • Modulation: DTMF
  • Comm Output Power: 300 mW
  • Project Status: Satellite complete and delivered, Dnepr 1 rocket failure

Project History

CP1 is Cal Poly's first satellite.

Mission

The primary missions of CP1 were the testing of a sun sensor donated by Optical Energy Technologies, as well as the use of a single magnetic torquer embedded within a side panel. Being the first satellite built at Cal Poly, emphasis was placed on building a progressive program relying on documentation and the passing of knowledge and skills.

Launch

CP1 launched July 26th, 2006 on the Dnepr 1 mission. The satellite unfortunately did not make it to orbit due to rocket failure.