An Analytical Search for Efficient Microcontroller-On Board Computer for Veltech-NanoSat

Abstract

On Board Computer (OBC) isthe heart of the satellites and particularly, It is the main subsystem in the Nano satellite.OBC is responsible for communication, data storage and functional control between all subsystems in the satellite. Right Choice of micro controller is very important task since complete monitoring of the subsystems depends on the OBC. The probability of the success of the satellite mission depends on the reliability of microcontroller and components. In this paper we have listed down, compared and analysed the microcontrollers that were used earlier in nanosatellites and pico satellites like PRATHAM, JUGNU, SATYABAMASAT, ICUBESAT,STUDSAT and SWAYAM.