Lodesun

Sun Sensor

Lodesun

Second Order Effects' Lodesun is a compact sun sensor for proliferated LEO and GEO missions. Using new space practices, we are optimizing how the commercial space industry engages with suppliers by reducing costs and securing domestic supply of GNC components using proven commercial technologies.

Design philosophy

Our design philosophy centers on combining proven sensing methodologies with modern compute and control architectures to deliver reliable, high-performance systems. We focus on right-sizing performance to meet the needs of high-volume, constellation-scale customers. At the same time, we prioritize simple, robust interfaces to ensure seamless integration into a wide range of platforms and applications.

Product details

Versatile silicon quadrant photodiode sense element

Versatile silicon quadrant photodiode sense element

Versatile silicon quadrant photodiode sense element

Wide field of view

Wide field of view

Wide field of view

Ethernet interface for robust comms and simple integration

Ethernet interface for robust comms and simple integration

Ethernet interface for robust comms and simple integration

Designed for high volume production

Designed for high volume production

Designed for high volume production

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Second Order Effects

connect@soeffects.com

(424) 290-0617

© 2026 Second Order Effects, Inc.

Second Order Effects

connect@soeffects.com

(424) 290-0617

© 2026 Second Order Effects, Inc.