On the Development of Testing Tool for a Satellite Gyro Sensor

Abstract

Attitude determination and control system (ADCS) in a satellite takes an important role to make sure that the satellite mission will be achieved. In the development phase, the ADCS is required to pass whole testing levels, including component level verification. As an important component in the ADCS, the gyro sensors must meet in that requirement. However, the testing tool for the component level test often rely on another satellite component. Since the testing line is not directly connected to the gyro, some failures between those components will be hard to be identified. This paper proposes a testing tool that operates without involves any other satellite components. The proposed testing tool consists of software and hardware part.