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CS-101 Kikas

Proven imaging solution for satellite deployables, landers, and robotic operations.

Product overview
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Primary Use Cases

From Earth orbit and planetary exploration to deep space operations, our products are engineered for flexibility and reliability.

Satellites

We provide monitoring capabilities for panel and antenna deployment, vision for docking and close proximity operations, Earth observation, and Space Situational Awareness (SSA).

Rovers

Used for telecommand & autonomous navigation, terrain mapping, and situational awareness. Our systems enable real-time decision making on extraterrestrial surfaces.

Landers

Our cameras support visual monitoring during descent, surface imaging after touchdown, and precise feedback during instrument or payload deployment, even in extreme lighting conditions.

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Get a detailed PDF overview of the CS‑101 “Kikas” camera, including specifications, configuration options, and performance highlights.

The CS‑101 “Kikas” is a miniature, flight-proven camera designed for CubeSats and other size-constrained platforms. Since 2013, it has supported a wide range of missions with high-quality imaging for both technical and outreach purposes. With flexible configuration options, including multiple field-of-view lenses and communication protocols, the CS‑101 is well suited for deployment monitoring, visual diagnostics, and public-facing mission imagery.

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Thales Aeros MH-1 Mission

The CS-101 Kikas camera system is used onboard the Thales Aeros MH-1 satellite, providing imagery for the study of Earth’s oceans.

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