Build a CubeSat

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Hi, I'm Manuel and I am teaching myself how to build a satellite. In 2020 I set out to learn everything I needed to build a spaceworthy CubeSat that could actually be launched and do something useful in orbit – without any prior technical training. I used to work in film production before. In 2024 I started my YouTube channel to document my progress and share what I learn with other space enthusiasts.

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EPS v2 Walkthrough – Part 2: Modules, USB-C, Production & Cost

EPS v2 Walkthrough – Part 2: Modules, USB-C, Production & Cost Build a CubeSat

1.3K views - 1 month ago

EPS v2 Walkthrough – Part 1: MCU, CAN and bacBus

EPS v2 Walkthrough – Part 1: MCU, CAN and bacBus Build a CubeSat

2.8K views - 1 month ago

Discovery Drive Antenna Rotator Preview

Discovery Drive Antenna Rotator Preview Build a CubeSat

2.7K views - 2 months ago

CubeSat ADCS: The Basics

CubeSat ADCS: The Basics Build a CubeSat

5.4K views - 3 months ago

Flight Software: The Iceberg That Could Sink My CubeSat

Flight Software: The Iceberg That Could Sink My CubeSat Build a CubeSat

1.7K views - 4 months ago

Development Kit v1 Preview: Hardware (Part 2 of 2)

Development Kit v1 Preview: Hardware (Part 2 of 2) Build a CubeSat

1.5K views - 4 months ago

Development Kit v1 Preview: Structure, Pricing, Availability (Part 1 of 2)

Development Kit v1 Preview: Structure, Pricing, Availability (Part 1 of 2) Build a CubeSat

952 views - 4 months ago

CubeSat Dev Kit Quality Control, Powered by Mitutoyo

CubeSat Dev Kit Quality Control, Powered by Mitutoyo Build a CubeSat

826 views - 6 months ago

Project Update: News Roundup and 2026 Plans

Project Update: News Roundup and 2026 Plans Build a CubeSat

908 views - 7 months ago

Let's Build a CubeSat: Prototype SN1 Assembly Walkthrough

Let's Build a CubeSat: Prototype SN1 Assembly Walkthrough Build a CubeSat

7.6K views - 9 months ago

CubeSat Prototype Test Flight 1 – Debrief & Next Steps

CubeSat Prototype Test Flight 1 – Debrief & Next Steps Build a CubeSat

1.8K views - 10 months ago

CubeSat Prototype SN1 Integration – Part 2 of 2

CubeSat Prototype SN1 Integration – Part 2 of 2 Build a CubeSat

1.2K views - 11 months ago

CubeSat Prototype SN1 Integration – Part 1 of 2

CubeSat Prototype SN1 Integration – Part 1 of 2 Build a CubeSat

1.8K views - 11 months ago

Test Flight Postponed Due to Bad Weather

Test Flight Postponed Due to Bad Weather Build a CubeSat

803 views - 1 year ago

CubeSat Prototype PCB Assembly: CM5 Carrier, MCU Carrier, EPS

CubeSat Prototype PCB Assembly: CM5 Carrier, MCU Carrier, EPS Build a CubeSat

1.8K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat Test Flight Prep: Part 2, Hardware and CONOPS

CubeSat Test Flight Prep: Part 2, Hardware and CONOPS Build a CubeSat

2K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat Test Flight Prep: Part 1, Basics

CubeSat Test Flight Prep: Part 1, Basics Build a CubeSat

1.6K views - 1 year ago

Speedrunning a CM5 Carrier Board Respin for CubeSat Payload Prototyping [reupload]

Speedrunning a CM5 Carrier Board Respin for CubeSat Payload Prototyping [reupload] Build a CubeSat

5.5K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat Solar Panel Prototyping

CubeSat Solar Panel Prototyping Build a CubeSat

3.5K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat Microcontroller Main Board Development in KiCad 8

CubeSat Microcontroller Main Board Development in KiCad 8 Build a CubeSat

6K views - 1 year ago

2025 Is Going To Be Wild: Test Flight, Progress, Problems

2025 Is Going To Be Wild: Test Flight, Progress, Problems Build a CubeSat

763 views - 1 year ago

CubeSat EPS v1: Assembly

CubeSat EPS v1: Assembly Build a CubeSat

5.2K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat EPS v1: PCB Design Review and Challenges

CubeSat EPS v1: PCB Design Review and Challenges Build a CubeSat

6.1K views - 1 year ago

Structure Update: Panels, Connectors, Magnetorquer Ideas

Structure Update: Panels, Connectors, Magnetorquer Ideas Build a CubeSat

1.2K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat EPS v1: KiCad 8 Schematic, Part 2/2

CubeSat EPS v1: KiCad 8 Schematic, Part 2/2 Build a CubeSat

1.4K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat EPS v1: KiCad 8 Schematic, Part 1/2

CubeSat EPS v1: KiCad 8 Schematic, Part 1/2 Build a CubeSat

2.3K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat EPS: Breadboard Prototype

CubeSat EPS: Breadboard Prototype Build a CubeSat

2.2K views - 1 year ago

CubeSat EPS: Block Diagram and Part Selection

CubeSat EPS: Block Diagram and Part Selection Build a CubeSat

3.9K views - 2 years ago

Connecting the PCB Stack in my CubeSat with M.2

Connecting the PCB Stack in my CubeSat with M.2 Build a CubeSat

1.9K views - 2 years ago

CubeSat Structure: EPS Bay

CubeSat Structure: EPS Bay Build a CubeSat

1.4K views - 2 years ago

Battery Selection for a CubeSat EPS

Battery Selection for a CubeSat EPS Build a CubeSat

2.2K views - 2 years ago

CubeSat Structure: Rails

CubeSat Structure: Rails Build a CubeSat

1.9K views - 2 years ago

Direct to Cell Technology in 2024: A Quick Summary

Direct to Cell Technology in 2024: A Quick Summary Build a CubeSat

4.3K views - 2 years ago

CubeSat Structure: From Idea to Mockup

CubeSat Structure: From Idea to Mockup Build a CubeSat

1.8K views - 2 years ago

Launching a CubeSat to Space: Rideshare Missions Explained

Launching a CubeSat to Space: Rideshare Missions Explained Build a CubeSat

1.5K views - 2 years ago

CubeSat Standard Read-Through: Electrical Specifications (Part 2 of 2)

CubeSat Standard Read-Through: Electrical Specifications (Part 2 of 2) Build a CubeSat

1.5K views - 2 years ago

CubeSat Standard Read-Through: Mechanical Specifications (Part 1 of 2)

CubeSat Standard Read-Through: Mechanical Specifications (Part 1 of 2) Build a CubeSat

2.6K views - 2 years ago

Specs and Scope of my CubeSat Mission

Specs and Scope of my CubeSat Mission Build a CubeSat

4.6K views - 2 years ago

Developing a DIY CubeSat: Where to Start

Developing a DIY CubeSat: Where to Start Build a CubeSat

12K views - 2 years ago