Introduction to CubeSats CubeSats are miniature satellites, typically built in standard units of 10x10x10 cm, designed for space research, technology demonstration, and commercial applications. They have revolutionized access to space, enabling universities, startups, and research institutions to conduct experiments at a fraction of traditional satellite costs. Notable CubeSat Missions Over the years, CubeSats have made significant contributions to space exploration and technology: MarCO (Mars Cube One): NASA's CubeSats that relayed data from the InSight Mars lander. LightSail: A solar sail experiment demonstrating propulsion using sunlight. CINEMA: A university-led project for studying Earth's magnetosphere. Planet Labs’ Dove Satellites: Providing daily Earth imaging data for environmental monitoring. CubeSat Development Framework Developing a CubeSat involves several key stages: Mission Definition: Establishing objectives, payloads, and mission requirements. Des...