Nano-satellite missions are a low-cost tool for performing scientific research functions and testing new space technologies. From 2000 to 2016 there were 371 nanosatellite launches with 15.4%shown to complete their mission and another 22.6% which completed some aspect of their mission.The high failure rate of nano-satellites can be attributed to multiple factors such as system integration, non-space rated hardware, launch failure, and untested technology. Some of the risks associated with nano-satellites may be reduced by incorporating design exploration, optimization,and pre-testing...