SPACE

Our encoders for space mechanisms are designed for critical orientation and pointing systems (AOCS), where accuracy and reliability are essential to mission success. Codechamp high-precision optical encoders provide extremely fine and stable angular measurement, essential for SADM (Solar Array Drive Mechanisms), CMG (Control Moment Gyros) and stabilisation systems. Thanks to their high resolution and excellent repeatability, they significantly improve satellite stability, instrument pointing accuracy and overall mission performance. Designed to withstand the severe constraints of the space environment (vacuum, radiation, thermal cycling), our sensors ensure reliable operation throughout the entire lifetime of the satellite. Our solutions benefit from proven flight heritage, demonstrating their robustness and performance under real operating conditions.

Our position sensors for space pointing systems enable extremely precise control of antennas and payloads, which are key elements for mission performance in orbit. Integrated into antenna pointing mechanisms and optical systems, they provide fine, stable and repeatable angular measurement, essential for ensuring communication quality and the accuracy of Earth observation. Their high resolution and excellent repeatability help reduce pointing errors and optimise system stability, even during dynamic movements. Designed to operate in constrained environments (vacuum, radiation, thermal cycling), our sensors offer long-term reliability. They directly contribute to improving signal quality, acquisition accuracy and the overall performance of instruments, whether for telecommunications, imaging or scientific observation.

In Earth observation satellites, our encoders for space instruments ensure extremely precise and stable positioning of critical mechanisms, directly linked to the quality of the data collected. They are integrated into EO (Earth Observation) and SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) systems, where even slight position variations or instability can significantly degrade image resolution and reliability. Thanks to their high resolution and excellent repeatability, our sensors help reduce jitter and position errors, thereby ensuring a significant improvement in image quality and measurement accuracy. Designed to operate in constrained space environments (vacuum, radiation, thermal cycling), they provide long-term stability and reliability. Our solutions directly contribute to the scientific and operational performance of observation missions.

Our space-grade potentiometers are designed for actuators and onboard systems requiring maximum robustness and flawless service continuity. They provide reliable and stable position measurement, even under degraded conditions, with high tolerance to mechanical, thermal and radiation constraints. These sensors are used in robotic arm actuators for in-orbit handling operations, as well as in thruster arm control systems, where precision and repeatability are essential for motion control and platform stability. Their simple and proven architecture supports redundancy and ensures safe long-term operation. Designed for environments where maintenance is not possible, they are an ideal solution for critical space systems.