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Lockheed Martin Unveils Smaller, More Efficient Satellite Cooling System

Lockheed Martin Unveils Smaller, More Efficient Satellite Cooling System
The Lockheed Martin High Power Microcryocooler unveiled on Aug. 25. Photo: Lockheed Martin.

Lockheed Martin [LMT] unveiled a new satellite cooling system that has three times the power density as previous systems, the company said Tuesday.Sophisticated satellite cameras and sensors need to be cooled to detect what they are intended to capture, as low as -320 F (-195 C). The new system cools electronics down that low. Smaller cryocoolers help drive down the costs of satellites and launches, Lockheed Martin said.“The High Power Microcryocooler is making a large impact for small products. Our…

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