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About us
The EPFL Spacecraft Team is a student association dedicated to training the next generation of space engineers by working on complex space projects. Our main objective is to gather academic and industry players around common projects to impact the space ecosystem and scientific research.
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Team members
Our vision
The goal of the EPFL Spacecraft Team is to foster growth in the Swiss space industry by providing students with hands-on experience in tackling complex projects, thus creating a fast track to space for them.
Our mission
The EPFL Spacecraft Team is a student-led association focused on the CHESS mission and the development of CubeSat technology. They provide hands-on experience to students and manage several sub-missions and projects.
- CHESS mission involves launching two CubeSats to analyze the earth's exosphere.
- Primary goal is to design the CubeSat platform while offering hands-on experience.
- Sub-missions, such as Bunny and Twocan, test various mission components.
- Cansat project allows Bachelor students to design and build soda can-sized satellites.
The story behind our association
2019
The EPFL Spacecraft Team was founded in 2019 by a group of student-engineers seeking to apply their theoretical skills to an interdisciplinary project. Driven by a passion for space, the ambitious objective was to construct and design two CubeSats entirely from scratch.
2023
Bunny, our on board computer was deployed from Vandenberg (California) and began its orbiting journey. This is a significant milestone for our association as it represents our first launch in space. Bunny is now orbiting the Earth above our heads at a speed of over 7,6 km/second.
2025
As part of our Twocan mission, we have successfully launched our second OBC into space in spring 2024. We carried an in-orbit demonstration that helped us to continuously monitor the composition of earth's upper atmospher and gain substantial understanding of atmospheric evolution over time.
Our Values
Our student association is guided by six core values that shape our mission and drive our commitment to making a positive impact.
01
Educational Opportunities
Fostering lifelong learning, our association empowers members through access to resources and educational opportunities.
02
Research & Innovation
We champion research and innovation, encouraging creative thinking and contributing to societal advancements.
03
Diversity & Inclusion
Valuing diversity, we foster an inclusive environment ensuring equal opportunities and a sense of belonging.
04
Collaboration & Teamwork
Promoting collaboration, we create a cooperative atmosphere for shared ideas and partnerships to achieve common goals.
05
Skill Development
Our association enhances members' technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills through hands-on experiences and mentorship.
06
Community Building
We nurture a supportive community, empowering members to form lasting relationships.
Location
We call EPFL home. Drop by our office - we'd love to show you around!
