# CLIMB

> proposed research satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q85956838](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q85956838)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/climb

## Summary  
CLIMB is a proposed Austrian research satellite designed as a CubeSat to demonstrate experimental technologies, including field-emission electric propulsion. It is jointly developed by the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt and TU Wien and will also function as an amateur radio satellite.  

## Key Facts  
- **Type**: Technology demonstration spacecraft, CubeSat, amateur radio satellite  
- **Country**: Austria  
- **Developers**: University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt and TU Wien  
- **Propulsion**: Field-emission electric propulsion  
- **Preceded by**: Pegasus (Austrian CubeSat)  
- **Website**: [https://cubesat.fhwn.ac.at/climb/](https://cubesat.fhwn.ac.at/climb/)  
- **Operator**: TU Wien  
- **Classification**: Miniaturized satellite (CubeSat)  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is the purpose of CLIMB?  
A: CLIMB is designed to test experimental technologies, including advanced propulsion, while also serving as an amateur radio satellite.  

### Q: Who is developing CLIMB?  
A: The satellite is a collaboration between the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt and TU Wien.  

### Q: What kind of propulsion does CLIMB use?  
A: It uses field-emission electric propulsion, an experimental technology for small satellites.  

## Why It Matters  
CLIMB represents Austria’s growing involvement in space technology, particularly in miniaturized satellites. As a CubeSat, it offers a cost-effective platform for testing advanced propulsion systems, which could improve the maneuverability and lifespan of future small satellites. Additionally, its role as an amateur radio satellite supports global communication experiments and educational outreach. By combining research and practical applications, CLIMB contributes to both academic and industrial advancements in space technology.  

## Notable For  
- **Experimental Propulsion**: One of the few CubeSats testing field-emission electric propulsion.  
- **Dual Role**: Functions as both a technology demonstrator and amateur radio satellite.  
- **Academic Collaboration**: Jointly developed by two leading Austrian institutions.  

## Body  
### Development  
- **Developers**: University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt and TU Wien.  
- **Operator**: TU Wien.  

### Technology  
- **Propulsion**: Field-emission electric propulsion, a novel system for small satellites.  
- **Design**: CubeSat format, miniaturized and modular.  

### Predecessor  
- **Follows**: Pegasus, another Austrian CubeSat.  

### Mission  
- **Primary Goal**: Demonstrate experimental technologies in space.  
- **Secondary Role**: Operate as an amateur radio satellite for communication experiments.  

## Schema Markup  
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## References

1. [Source](https://cubesat.fhwn.ac.at/climb/)