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At Sener, we offer an extensive array of solutions in space power electronics. Power supplies, especially DC/DC converters, are essential components of the electrical power system. They supply the necessary energy to scientific instruments, actuators, motors, and radio frequency (RF) equipment to achieve their goals.
Communications satellites, in particular, utilize numerous RF devices that demand power. To address this, Sener provides Centralised Power Supply Units (CPSU). These units are designed with redundancy, capable of powering and interfacing with multiple RF loads. Centralizing the supply and communication functions leads to a reduction in the overall mass of the system when compared to having individual supplies and communication for each RF load.
Key features of Sener power supplies:
A single CPSU can manage up to 36 loads.
Each CPSU consists of two DC/DC converter modules and two communication modules, all operating under a cold redundancy system. DC/DC converter modules handle power processing, while communication modules relay commands from the on-board computer.
The CPSU interfaces are designed to be compatible with equipment commonly used by satellite integrators and adhere to ECSS (European Cooperation for Space Standardization) standards.
CPSUs are highly adaptable, allowing modifications to suit specific user requirements regarding power capacity, communication protocols, redundancy configurations, and the number of loads.