NASA Satellite Load Cells
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NASA's Suomi NPP satellite features five meteorological instruments. Commissioned by Raytheon, FUTEK designed two cryogenic load cells for the Visible Infrared Radiometer Imaging Suite (VIIRS) on the satellite.
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How does it work :
- NASA's Suomi NPP satellite, in conjunction with the VIIRS instrument, is driving new advances in weather and environmental monitoring.
- FUTEK specifically worked with Raytheon to develop two cryogenic load cells to operate in orbit in the VIIRS instrument.
- The application requirements called for a double deck, for cryogenic temperatures down to -184°C (-300°F), vacuum resistance, shock and vibration testing, and the ability to operate after launch.
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Products Used :
FUTEK designed two cryogenic load cells capable of operating in the VIIRS component cryoradiator at the extreme temperature of -300°F (-184°C).
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