Development of a ground-based software complex for control and communication of the SamSat platform nanosatellites

The key features of the ground software package for control and communication for missions of SamSat nanosatellites, developed on the basis of the experience of flight and design tests of the SamSat-ION nanosatellite, are presented. The ground software package consists of: a block of modules for controlling the station equipment; a block of universal modules independent of the station equipment; a block of server modules for calculating the parameters of movement and communication with the satellite. The developed software package achieves full automation of the processes of planning and conducting communication sessions, which allows it to be used as a means of teaching students spacecraft control technologies. The ability to work with several close-flying satellites has been implemented, which distinguishes the software package from freely distributed programs.