Space Environment

Thermal Cycling

Thermal Cycling — The extreme temperature swings satellites experience moving between sunlight and shadow, from +150°C to -150°C. Requires careful thermal design.

Frequently asked about Thermal Cycling

What does Thermal Cycling mean in the space industry?
Thermal Cycling: The extreme temperature swings satellites experience moving between sunlight and shadow, from +150°C to -150°C. Requires careful thermal design.
What category of space terminology does Thermal Cycling belong to?
Thermal Cycling is part of the Space Environment category in space industry terminology.