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SpaceX Standards

Rideshare Payload User's Guide

Complete guide for integrating CubeSats and small satellites on SpaceX rideshare missions, including mechanical, electrical, and operational requirements.
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Testing & Environmental

Vibration Testing of Small Satellites - Part 1

Comprehensive guide to vibration testing methodologies, test setup, and acceptance criteria for small satellite systems.
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Vibration Testing of Small Satellites - Part 2

Advanced vibration testing techniques, analysis methods, and case studies for small satellite qualification.
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Atomic Oxygen Interactions

Analysis of atomic oxygen effects on spacecraft materials and coatings in low Earth orbit environments.
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Materials & Structures

Comparison of High-Performance Fibers

Technical comparison of high-performance fiber materials for aerospace applications, including mechanical properties and performance characteristics.
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Thermal Systems

Basics of Thermal Resistance and Heat Dissipation

Fundamental principles of thermal resistance, heat dissipation mechanisms, and thermal management for electronic systems in space applications.
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Standards & Specifications

CubeSat Design Specification (CDS) Rev 14.1

Official CubeSat Design Specification revision 14.1 from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, defining form factors (1U-12U), deployment mechanisms, and interface requirements for CubeSat missions.
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State-of-the-Art Small Spacecraft Technology (2024)

NASA technical publication (TP-2024-10001462) from the Small Spacecraft Systems Virtual Institute covering current state-of-the-art technologies, standards, and best practices in small satellite development. Published February 2024.
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