Nanosatellite 6U
A Nanosatellite 6U refers to a specific type of small satellite that falls under the broader category of “nanosatellites“.
A 6U nanosatellite is usually cube-shaped, with dimensions of 10x10x60 centimeters, and typically weighs between 5 to 20 kilograms.
The “6U” designation refers to the number of “Units” the satellite takes up, where each “Unit” is equal to 10x10x10 centimeters in size. So a 6U nanosatellite takes up six units stacked on each other.
Nanosatellites 6U can perform various tasks, such as Earth observation, remote sensing, communications, and scientific research. 6Us offer increased capability and flexibility than their smaller counterparts, such as 3U nanosatellites, while still being small, lightweight, and cost-effective compared to larger satellites. They can be launched into space as secondary payloads on rockets carrying larger satellites or as part of a larger constellation of satellites.