satellite platform derivative
C42677
concept
A satellite platform derivative is a modified version of an existing satellite bus or platform, adapted with changes in structure, subsystems, or payload interfaces to meet new mission requirements while leveraging the original design.
Observed surface forms (2)
- standardized spacecraft platform ×2
- geostationary satellite platform ×1
Instances (4)
- Pioneer 6–9 bus via concept surface "standardized spacecraft platform"
- Maxar 1300-class bus via concept surface "geostationary satellite platform"
- Lockheed Martin A2100-derived bus
- Small Astronomy Satellite bus via concept surface "standardized spacecraft platform"