6U CubeSat Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The 6U CubeSat bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 2 are in orbit and 2 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by ArkEdge Space Inc.. The largest operator on this bus is ArkEdge Space Inc.. All were launched in 2024.
2
In orbit
2
Active
3
Total launched
1
Reentered
6U CubeSat launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged 6U CubeSat satellites.
| Manufacturer | ArkEdge Space Inc. |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Meteorology |
| Launch mass | 10 kg |
| Dry mass | 10 kg |
| Length | 0.3 m |
| Diameter | 0.2 m |
| Span | 0.3 m |
| Shape | Box with deployable panels |
| Power | Approximately 4.5 W |
| Propulsion | None |
| Design life | 3 years |
| Equipment | Optical camera for Earth imaging, communication systems for store-and-forward messaging. |
| Typical orbit | 94 min period, 45° inclination |
Top operators
ArkEdge Space Inc. 1 NASA 1 Tomorrow.io 1
Top countries
US 2 JP 1
6U CubeSat satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomorrow-S3 Tomorrow-S3 | 62392 | 2024-247R | Tomorrow.io | Dec 21, 2024 | 94 min, 45.0° | Active | ◉ |
| YODAKA AE1b | 62295 | 1998-067XB | ArkEdge Space Inc. | Nov 5, 2024 | 88 min, 51.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| PREFIRE-1 PREFIRE 1 | 59965 | 2024-108A | NASA | Jun 5, 2024 | 94 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many 6U CubeSat satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the 6U CubeSat bus. 2 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many 6U CubeSat satellites are in orbit?
2 6U CubeSat objects are currently in orbit, of which 2 carry an active status.
Who builds the 6U CubeSat bus?
The 6U CubeSat bus is most commonly built by ArkEdge Space Inc..
When did the first 6U CubeSat satellite launch?
The cataloged 6U CubeSat satellites all launched in 2024.