The RWA05 by Berlin Space Technologies is a reaction wheel for small satellites. It can be delivered with an integrated fibre optical gyro for increased precision. BST has delivered more than 100 units of the RWA05 to customers. The RWA05 has space heritage since 2015.
Parameter | Specification |
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Angular Momentum Storage | 5 arcsec |
Torque (net) | 14mNm |
Typical Speed | 5000rpm |
Speed Control Accuracy | +/- 2rpm |
Data Interface | RS422 |
Mass (with / without Gyro) | 1700g / 1500g |
Size | 105x107x110mm |
Design Life | 5 years |