CubeSats

CubeSats are miniature satellites built in standardized cube-shaped units, typically measuring 10 centimeters per side, that are used for space research and technology demonstration. Developed to reduce the cost and complexity of space missions, they are launched as secondary payloads on larger rockets. CubeSats have become essential tools for universities, startups, and space agencies, supporting applications in Earth observation, communications, and scientific experimentation.

Can CubeSats Save Humanity from Asteroids?

May 3, 2026March 16, 2024 by Mike Kalil

Illustration: CubeSAT approaches asteroid

A shoe box sized satellite is ready to embark on a deep space journey to potentially save Planet Earth from killer asteroids.

The Parallel Evolution of MBSE and CubeSats

November 1, 2025January 31, 2024 by Mike Kalil

Let’s dive into the interplay between CubeSats and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), two innovations that have mutually benefited each other while evolving in tandem.