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1. weinzi+(OP)[view] [source] 2026-02-04 10:59:38
"A satellite is, if nothing else, a fantastic thermos."

A satellite is quite unlike a thermos in the sense that it is carefully tuned to keep its temperature within a relatively narrow band around room temperature.[1] during all operational phases.

This is because, despite intended space usage, devices and parts are usually tested and qualified for temperature limits around room temperature.

[1] "Room temperature" is actually a technical term meaning 20°C (exceptions in some fields and industries confirm the rule).

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2. throw-+Kc2[view] [source] 2026-02-04 22:28:03
>>weinzi+(OP)
> 1] "Room temperature" is actually a technical term meaning 20°C (exceptions in some fields and industries confirm the rule).

Yes 20 and 25°C I believe are the two most popular choices. In many cases it makes little difference with units in Kelvin ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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