"For most spacecraft manufacturers, the prospect of producing a reliable, yet affordable power system for their mission is a non-trivial problem", says Craig Clark, Managing Director of Clyde Space. Craig, formerly the Head of Power Systems at Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd, has over 11 years experience providing power systems for small satellites on over 20 missions.

"Some non-traditional spacecraft manufacturers, such as Universities, are finding out the importance of a well designed power system the hard-way. Some of these missions are seeing on-orbit power system failures... The power system may not be the sexiest electrical subsystem on-board the spacecraft and therefore may not be receiving the attention it deserves."

Clyde Space recognises the importance of the small satellite industry, and its relevance to the future of space exploitation, exploration and as a teaching tool. They believe that, by applying their mission and design experience, the Clyde Space team are able to provide solutions to meet the varying needs of customers.

"For example, we are in the process of developing a very low-cost power system and battery for CubeSats using the PC/104 format, whilst at the same time are preparing to supply a 5kW regulated power system for the telecommunications market."

The power subsystems offered by Clyde Space have unrivalled heritage within the small satellite community, flying on over 25 missions.

Clyde Space is Scotland's first indigenous space company and is proud to carry on the Scottish tradition of innovative, reliable engineering.

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