GENERIC SOLAR ARRAY DEPLOYMENT STRUCTURE
The solar array deployment Structure is a structure supporting the solar panel during its integration and deployment on satellites.
It is made of a generic structure of 6 m which may be multiplied to obtain the desired length.
The mission's challenge
Simulate the deployment of a solar generator in the space vacuum on an 18-meter-long rail (effort less than 0.100 kg).
Specificity
18-meter dimensionTechnical characteristics
- Dimensions: 6 000 x 1 500 x 400 mm (per module)
- Mass: 1500 kg (per module)
- Environment: ISO 8
- SWL: 300 kg
Operational characteristics
The Solar Array Deployment Structure is equipped with several trolleys allowing the handling point displacement without constraint for the solar panel at the same altitude.
The Solar Array Deployment Structure can be adapted to several configurations:
- Wall-mounted installation
- Installation on gantries
- Suspended installation
Delivery times
The Solar Array Deployment structure was delivered in 10 months, via the following steps:
- Mechanical design and analysis
- Production
- Assembly and adjustment
- Qualification testing
Certifications
This equipment complies with European Standard 2006/42/EC and is tested at 2 SWL by an accredited body.
