This standard addresses mid-sized small satellites and related verification of assurance / quality terms and metrics. This standard defines a unique class small satellite, the Launch Unit, or LaunchU. This standard puts emphasis on the properties of a LaunchU related to achieving maximum interchangeability between launch vehicles. Normative control of the LaunchU design, qualification, and acceptance testing is generally applied from other small satellite specific standards.
Registration number (WIID)
85442
Scope
This standard addresses mid-sized small satellites and related verification of assurance / quality terms and metrics. This standard defines a unique class small satellite, the Launch Unit, or LaunchU. This standard puts emphasis on the properties of a LaunchU related to achieving maximum interchangeability between launch vehicles. Normative control of the LaunchU design, qualification, and acceptance testing is generally applied from other small satellite specific standards.
