SHAVIT Launcher Main Flight Events
500 kg class satellites into 250 by 600 km
SHAVIT is a three-stage satellite launcher,
powered by three solid fuel rocket motors.
The first two stages lift the launcher to an
altitude of about 110 km. From this point, the
launcher continues to gain height while
coasting, positioning itself and ejecting the
satellite shroud. At altitude of 240 km. and
higher, after the separation of the main
instrumentation compartment and while the
launcher is spinning, the third stage motor is
ignited.
Thus, the satellite is inserted accurately into
its transfer orbit at an altitude of
approximately 250 km.
IAI/MLM's SHAVIT launcher offers various
options for launching small satellites into Low
Earth Orbit (LEO).
Main
Instrumentation
Compartment
Release Shroud
Release
Third stage
Ignition
Satellite
Seperation
Satellite in
Transfer Orbit
SHAVIT Launcher Lift Capabilities
During the process of developing the SHAVIT
300 kg class satellites into 700 km circular
The launch system is based on flight-proven
hardware and software, and a unique integration
and launch concept.
These reduce significantly launch preparation
time, and, consequently lower overall launch
costs.
SHAVIT utilizes a unique set of launch preparation
equipment. It is largely independent of the launch
site and provides full testing capability of the
launcher on the launch pad.
This configuration enables satellite launch from
different launch sites, according to customer
requirements.
The IAI/SHAVIT launcher is operational for
25 years with the record of inserting the OFEQ
satellites family into orbit from Israeli launch site.
Stage 2
Seperation
Stage 1
Seperation
Launch
Test Range Instrumentation Capabilities
elliptical polar orbit launcher and launch services, MLM has
amassed precious system engineering
polar orbit experience and expertise in the test-range
instrumentation domain. These acquired
capabilities were utilized for the development
and implementation of an additional line of
products including:
Test-Range overall system engineering design
and support.
Mobile and Airborne telemetry stations.
Real Time and Off-Line telemetry network
stations (TSTAR) for data processing and
control.
Mobile Electronic Sky Screen (ESS) for range
safety monitoring.
Range Central Slaving System providing
estimation of satellite/upper stage vehicle
orbit-insertion.
MLM's Solar Arrays Activities
MLMs involvement with space products
includes the design and production of satellite
solar panels and other various outer-space
components.
MLM is responsible for the design, analysis,
production, integration and testing of solar
arrays for IAI's and other customers
spacecraft.
MLM provide both body mounted and
deployable solar arrays for LEO satellites.
MLM solar Systems offers:
- Flight proven design
- Reliable concept
- Adaptable to various missions and
requirements
 IAI/MLM Division

MLM Division is the leading systems integration house of Israel Aerospace Industries
Ltd. (IAI). As a multifaceted design, development, and systems engineering organization,
MLM has the experience, knowledge, and capabilities to leverage its cutting-edge
technologies to deliver systems that are among the most advanced in the world.
Satellite Launchers & Space System
MLM is the prime contractor and system integrator of the "ARROW" Weapon System
(AWS), the only operational anti-tactical/theater ballistic missile defense system in the
world, and the "SHAVIT" small satellite launch system that was used for positioning of
the "OFEQ" satellites in orbit.

MLM leads the world with its advanced avionics training & simulation systems. These
include the "EHUD"TM - rangeless real-time air combat pilot training, debriefing and
safety systems (Autonomous ACMI), Helicopter Training & Safety (HTS) Systems,
Situation Awareness Systems (SAW), IT and Command, Control, Communication and
Intelligence (C3I) systems.

As a developer and user of the above systems, MLM has designed, developed and
deployed many high performance, cost-effective and sophisticated Telemetry and
Communication equipment & systems.

Israel Aerospace Industries
MLM Division,
P.O.B 45 Beer Yaakov 70350 Israel
Tel: +972-8-927-2425, 927-2520
Fax: +972-8-927-2890, 927-3080
E-mail: mlm_marketing@iai.co.il
www.iai.co.il/mlm
The global market trend towards the use of smaller satellites for
remote sensing, telecommunications, science and other
commercial and military applications is the major motive for MLM
Division of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) to offer orbit insertion
The contents of this brochure are presented
as general information only and are not services using its SHAVIT family of satellite launchers.
meant too, nor do they constitute any
representation of warranty by IAI. The
contents are not meant to serve, or be used
in substitution for the information contained SHAVIT launcher, developed and produced by IAI/MLM Division, is
in any approved specification, manual or the
like, issued by IAI. The contents shall not in used to launch Israel's OFEQ family satellites.
any way add to, amend, delete or change any
term of any contract in which IAI is a party.

Israel Aerospace Industries