The Reference Architecture (REFA) provides the framework for organizing the various elements that are developed within LibreCube. For example, a power conditioning element for an exploration system would be grouped here: remote segment / platform / power. Most of those elements are of generic nature, so they can be used for satellites, robot, drones. Some other elements are more specific in their application, such as rotor blades for a drone. The reference architecture organization is applicable to all LibreCube elements.
Note that the detailed definition of the reference architecture is work in progress.
Remote Segment
10 Instruments
– 11 Remote Sensing
20 Platform
– 21 Structure
– 22 Power
– 23 Communication
– 24 Thermal
– 25 Processing
– 26 Attitude and Orbit Control
– 27 Propulsion
– 28 Mechanism
– 29 Firmware
30 Support Equipment
– 31 Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)
– 32 Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE)
Ground Segment
40 Ground Station System
– 41 Antenna System
– 42 Return Space Link
– 43 Forward Space Link
– 43 Station System
50 Ground Network
– 51 Space Link Extension
60 Mission Operations
– 61 Mission Control
– 62 Planning
– 63 Automation
– 64 Flight Dynamics
– 65 Data Archive and Dissemination
– 66 Simulator
Launch segment
(to be defined)