Reliable Sensor Network

The goal of the Reliable Sensor Network project is the maturation of wireless technologies for launchers with focus on upper stages and vehicle equipment bay (VEB) telemetry applications.

A feasibility demonstrator was developed to test several different technologies. Among them are smart sensors, infrared and Ultra Wide Band (UWB) communication as well as the interface to the TTEthernet avionic bus.

Tests focus on functions, electromagnetic compatibility with the launcher environment as well as thermal and mechanical loads.

This project also offers potential applications in inter-stage communication and can be extended with the implementation of self-powered sensors.