Albapod - PocketQube Deployers

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A Deployer DESIGNED for POCKETQUBES

Historically, it has been very difficult to deploy a large number of PocketQubes due to a lack of deployment infrastructure, launch opportunities and business case for a launch broker.

Alba Orbital has designed various AlbaPod configurations which are able to deploy up to 96P of PocketQubes.

With three configurations available, our deployers offer greater flexibility for individual satellite launches, multiple satellite deployments and larger constellations.

AlbaPod 6P

Up to 6P

The AlbaPod 6P is a spaceflight-proven deployer, compatible with a range of PocketQube formats.

  • Suitable for 1P, 1.5P, 2P, 3P, 4P, 5P and 6P PocketQube format satellites.

  • 10mm envelope for larger deployables and antennas.

  • Compatible with MR-FOD style PocketQubes.

  • Tabbed systems reduce contact points from four to two.

  • AlbaPod V2 spaceflight proven as part of Alba Cluster 2 (Rocket Lab Electron launch vehicle).

  • AlbaPod V3 was introduced last year and has already flown, bringing all-round improvements to the 6P deployer.

  • Can be integrated onto any launch vehicle.

With 22 6P AlbaPods flown across 11 orbital missions, our deployer technology is the most flight-proven in the PocketQube sector.

AlbaPod Quadpack

Up to 24P

The AlbaPod Quadpack is the latest addition to our deployer portfolio, expanding our capabilities and providing greater versatility across the launch ecosystem.

Adding another configuration provides greater versatility and more options across the launch ecosystem.

The Quadpack can accommodate up to 24P, increasing our deployment capacity and allowing us to support customers looking to launch multiple satellites or larger constellations.

AlbaPod 96P

Up to 96P

The AlbaPod 96P provides deployment capacity for larger PocketQube clusters and constellation missions.

With the ability to deploy up to 96P of PocketQubes, it provides an option for customers looking to launch larger satellite constellations.

We are actively working with customers to launch clusters to their mission requirements. Contact us to find out how AlbaPod could be used in your mission.

For more details email: contact@albaorbital.com  

AlbaPod User Guide