XSat Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The XSat bus accounts for 5 cataloged objects, of which 4 are in orbit and 4 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by RAYBL. The largest operator on this bus is PLANQ. The first launched in 2020, the most recent in 2024.
4
In orbit
4
Active
5
Total launched
1
Reentered
XSat launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged XSat satellites.
| Manufacturer | RAYBL |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Earth sciences |
| Launch mass | 30 kg |
| Dry mass | 30 kg |
| Length | 0.3 m |
| Diameter | 0.3 m |
| Span | 0.6 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 pan |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | ? |
| Equipment | Pyxis RO sensor |
| Typical orbit | 96 min period, 98° inclination |
Top operators
PLANQ 5
Top countries
US 5
XSat satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNOMES-5 GNOMES-5 | 60574 | 2024-149DL | PLANQ | Aug 16, 2024 | 96 min, 97.7° | Active | ◉ |
| GNOMES-4 GNOMES-4 | 58462 | 2023-185A | PLANQ | Dec 1, 2023 | 96 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
| GNOMES-3 GNOMES-3 | 52158 | 2022-033B | PLANQ | Apr 1, 2022 | 97 min, 97.8° | Active | ◉ |
| GNOMES-2 GNOMES-2 | 48910 | 2021-059AH | PLANQ | Jun 30, 2021 | 87 min, 97.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| GNOMES-1 GNOMES-1 | 46266 | 2020-059B | PLANQ | Aug 30, 2020 | 96 min, 97.8° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many XSat satellites are there?
The catalog lists 5 objects built on the XSat bus. 4 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many XSat satellites are in orbit?
4 XSat objects are currently in orbit, of which 4 carry an active status.
Who builds the XSat bus?
The XSat bus is most commonly built by RAYBL.
When did the first XSat satellite launch?
The first cataloged XSat satellite launched in 2020, and the most recent in 2024.