BM Integration

Anchored at the base of each Detection Unit, the Base Module serves as the central interface for it. It hosts critical systems for power supply, control, communication and precise time synchronization. Additionally, it features an acoustic receiver for positioning the detector elements.

At CAPACITY, Base Modules for the ARCA telescope are meticulously assembled and tested. This delicate process spans nearly a month, involving several stages: assembling the mechanical frame, installing the electronics and power boards with their thermal coupling, and routing and splicing optical fibers to connect with each Optical Module in the Detection Unit.

Given that the Base Module must operate continuously for years within a sealed titanium frame, ensuring proper heat dissipation is a crucial point. To assess reliability, the thermal performance of every component is rigorously tested. We also perform thorough electrical and functional tests at the end of the integration, before the Base Module is connected to the rest of the Detection Unit.