Axon' cables on-board Galileo

On 17th December 2015, the 11th and 12th satellites from the Galileo navigation system were released into orbit by a Soyuz launcher. Manufactured by the German company OHB, they are connected with interconnects provided by Axon’ Cable. Data transmission, cabling of the satellites or antennae connection, these are the functions of the cable assemblies. Different functions For these satellites, Axon’ delivered different types of cables: data transmission harnesses, ESA cables and semi-rigid coaxial cables. Data transmission harnesses are connected to different electronic devices in the satellite and serve to transmit the system commands. Their role is therefore vital for the mission. Axon’ is the only qualified supplier for this type of harness for the Galileo system. Different functions, different cables: part of the cabling of the satellite is made with electrical wires qualified by ESA (European Space Agency). These wires are all subjected to a battery of tests before being cabled inside the satellite. Able to withstand extreme temperature variations (-200°C to + 200+C), they are insulated with Celloflon®, a lightweight material developed by Axon’ to save weight. Semi-rigid coaxial cables developed by Axon’ are also used to interconnect the satellite’s antennae modules. “The” European navigation system The system is progressively deployed and will eventually consist of 30 satellites including 3 active spares. Extremely precise with accuracy to within a meter, Galileo will allow Europe to have its own satellite navigation system. It will be inter-operable with the American Global Positioning System (GPS) and the Russian Glonass System. Galileo will be able to be used in everyday life by car drivers, train drivers, aircraft pilots, lifeguards, rescue teams, farmers, etc

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