INTRODUCTION
The CANSAT Design Bootcamp by Lab of Future is a specialized online training program designed to immerse students in the complete lifecycle of a satellite mission, right from mission conceptualization to launch preparation and data analysis.
This hands-on program provides an opportunity to gain real-world experience in aerospace design, systems engineering, and satellite technology, guided by industry experts.
Learning Objectives
Understand the fundamentals of CANSAT mission design and constraints.
Experience end-to-end mission execution, including testing, launch preparation, and data analysis.
Learn about subsystem identification, design, and integration.
Develop teamwork, research skills, and engineering problem-solving approaches aligned with space-industry practices.
Gain hands-on knowledge of software design, fabrication, and assembly.
Understand the fundamentals of CANSAT mission design and constraints.
Experience end-to-end mission execution, including testing, launch preparation, and data analysis.
Learn about subsystem identification, design, and integration.
Develop teamwork, research skills, and engineering problem-solving approaches aligned with space-industry practices.
Gain hands-on knowledge of software design, fabrication, and assembly.
Program Agenda
Mission Design
Subsystem Design Framework
Detailed Subsystem Design
Software Design
Fabrication & Testing
Launch Preparations
Mission Design
Subsystem Design Framework
Detailed Subsystem Design
Software Design
Fabrication & Testing
Launch Preparations
Session 1:
Mission Design
- Introduction to CANSAT Concept & Applications
- Mission Objectives & Conceptual Design
- Defining Constraints (budgetary, weight, volume, power, etc.)
Session 2:
Subsystem Design Framework
- Subsystem Identification (power, communication, payload, structure, recovery)
- Component Selection Criteria & Trade-offs
Session 3:
Detailed Subsystem Design
- Designing each subsystem in detail
- Integration strategies & interdependencies
Session 4:
Software Design
- Programming for sensors, telemetry & control
- Ground station communication protocols
- Simulation & debugging
Session 5:
Fabrication & Testing
- Fabrication techniques & assembly process
- Integration of hardware & software
- Testing methodologies for validation
Session 6:
Launch Preparations
- Final Assembly & Ground Station Setup
- Pre-flight Checks & Launch Protocols
- Post-launch Data Acquisition & Analysis
Program Duration & Format
Sessions
6 (2 hours each)
Delivery
Live lectures, Q&A,
design demonstrations, and guided project work
Online
Online (Live interactive sessions via Zoom)
Total Duration
Approx. 12 hours spread over 2 weeks
Who Can Join
Students of Engineering, Science, and Technology domains
Space enthusiasts aspiring to gain hands-on exposure in satellite design
Teams preparing for competitions and academic research projects
Certification : Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Lab of Future, validating their expertise in CANSAT mission design and execution.
Program Fee
:
500 AED (Fee covers live training sessions, digital learning resources, mentoring, and certification.)
Why Choose Lab of Future?
Expert Mentorship
Learn from aerospace and satellite design professionals.
Hands-On Training
Realistic subsystem design, assembly, and testing methods.
Global Relevance
Aligned with international competitions & space research standards.
Career Edge
Prepares students for higher education, research internships, and industry projects.
