A mission to study gamma and X-rays
Gamma and X-Rays: The Universe in High Definition
The Photonic Mission focuses on detecting gamma-ray and X-ray radiation — the highest-energy forms of light in the Universe. These photons are emitted during cataclysmic events like black hole mergers, neutron star collisions, and gamma-ray bursts.
This mission aims to fill the upcoming observational gap in the 1–10,000 MeV range and push the limits of angular resolution using advanced techniques like intensity interferometry.
The Hybrid CubeSat Detector is a compact, energy-efficient instrument designed to detect X-rays and gamma-rays from 1 keV to 1 MeV. By combining Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) and Cesium Iodide (CsI(Tl)) with Silicon Photomultipliers (SiPMs), it offers broad spectral coverage, room-temperature operation, and proven spaceflight heritage—making it ideal for student-led and low-resource missions exploring the high-energy universe.
Monitoring high-energy transient phenomena is vital for real-time alerts to the scientific community about gamma-ray bursts and other rapid events, enabling rapid response and observation. Its unprecedented angular resolution allows precise mapping of gamma-ray sources, enhancing our understanding of the universe. Studying extreme environments near black holes, neutron stars, and active galaxies provides insights into fundamental cosmic processes, advancing our knowledge of the universe’s most powerful and mysterious phenomena.
A Mission for Everyone 🌍
By making our data publicly available, we open the door to collaborative discovery. Whether you're a high school student or a PhD researcher, CAPIBARA’s Photonic Mission offers a new window into the high-energy Universe. As a student-led initiative, we want to show what passionate students are capable of.
| Orbit | Highly eliptical |
| Altitude | 10,000-50,000 km |
| LTAN | midnight (maximize night time) |
* these are preliminary parameters