Constructor extension Introsat™ includes groups of topics "Space optics" and "Processing of space images" .

It is used for conducting in-depth classes in satellite engineering, space optics, problems of remote sensing of the Earth.

The kits allow you to conduct introductory workshops on optics, assemble functional models of CubeSat 3U satellites with a high-resolution optoelectronic system based on a Raspberry Pi single-board computer and a Maksutov-Cassegrain mirror-lens optical system.

The "Processing of space images" section covers the beginnings of working with space data and its application in geoinformatics problems.

The content of the course and the completion of the basic set allow you to conduct theoretical and practical classes, including on topics:

Fundamentals of optics and remote sensing of the Earth;
Geometric optics and spectral analysis;
Refractors, classification of telescopes, calculation and assembly of the Keppler telescope, making observations;
Reflectors, mirror-lens schemes, Maksutov-Cassegrain scheme, optical elements;
Image quality, types of aberrations, collimators, alignment;
Working with Raspberry Pi on-board computer;
Cameras and specialized imaging software;
Space images and how to work with them;
Types of surveys by the used parts of the EM spectrum, computer processing of images;
Working with optical images;
Working with thermal images;
Working with radar images.

The recommended age of students is 14-18 years old. Up to 3-4 students can work with one set. To work requires a PC or laptop.

Information for tenders
OKPD	32.99.53.130
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What is in box
Groups of themes in education materials	Space optics, Space image processing
Format of education materials	Online
Hardware and materials	On-board single-board computer, On-board camera compatible with the control on-board computer, Set of optical and structural components with the ability to assemble an adjustable Maksutov-Cassegrain CubeSat 3U+ format optical circuit, A set of optical and structural components with the ability to assemble a Kepler optical circuit, A set of CubeSat form-factor housing elements 3U, Set of fasteners and connecting wires, Set for the care of optics
Box type	Plastic container and/or soft case suitable for laboratory storage, cartons for shipping
Electronic modules features
Space unit type	CubeSat 3U format microsatellite, optoelectronic system of remote sensing device
Central control unit type	Raspberry Pi Pico
Voltage	Compatible with: Introsat, Raspberry
Power connectors	The power system of the basic set is used
Battery type	The power system of the basic set is used
Data interfaces	Compatible with: Introsat, Raspberry
Data connectors	Compatible with: Introsat, Raspberry
Wireless interfaces	n/a
Education expirience
Themes of lessons	Fundamentals of optics and remote sensing of the Earth, spectral analysis, refractors and reflectors, calculation and assembly of the Kepler telescope, observations, mirror-lens schemes, the Maksutov-Cassegrain scheme, optical elements, image quality, types of aberrations, collimators, adjustment, Work with the on-board computer Raspberry Pi, Cameras and specialized software for working with images, Space images and techniques for working with them, Types of surveys by used parts of the spectrum, computer image processing, Working with optical, thermal, radar images
Engineering skills	Optical systems calculations, Designing, Programming, Image processing
Age of students	14 years and older (certain tasks can be adapted for younger children)
Max. amount of students working with 1 kit	3-4
Learning hours	40-56 hours depending on the set of topics
Competition preparation