Communications subsystem for the Petite Amateur Navy Satellite (PANSAT)

Abstract

This thesis describes a prototype design for a binary phase shift keyed (BPSK) direct sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) communications subsystem intended for use in a small lightweight satellite called the Petite Amateur Navy Satellite (PANSAT). The system was designed using parameters that were established a link analysis. Included as part of this thesis are the link analysis, schematics, and RF board layouts.