Satellite Structure, Materials and Mechanisms
About the course
The course can be taken as a single course.
Spacecraft structures and configuration
- Coordinate system
- Constraints
- Arrangement types
- Preliminary arrangement and mass estimation
- Spacecraft mechanisms ·
- One-shot devices
- Separation systems
- Mechanisms for deployable structures
- Surface deployment devices
- Continuously and intermittently operating devices
- Components
- Electrical motors
- Slip rings
- Testing and verification
Materials · Material types and properties
- · Material degradation and fatigue.
- · Oxidation, radiation resistance, out-gassing Thermal Analysis
- · General approaches and options
- · General design methodology
- · Basic theoretical analysis
Admission requirements
A relevant undergraduate Bachelor in Engineering, primarily within electronics or space technology.In addition, the following requirements must be met:- minimum 25 credits in mathematics (equivalent to Mathematical Methods 1, 2 og 3), 5 credits in statistics and 7,5 ects i physics on a higher level is required.
Relevant courses: TEK-1504 Physiscs, STE-2605 Linear Systems and Control Technologies, STE-3800 Classical Mechanics, MAT-3801 Numerical Methods, MAT-3800 Linear Algebra II.
The student should be knowledgeable of general physics, especially mechanics, including the fundamental equations of statics and dynamics. Additionally, the student should be proficient in basic calculus and know about numerical computing and programming.
Application code: 9371
Objectives of the course
After passing the course, students will have the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge and understanding:
- Has advanced knowledge of Satellite Structures, Materials and Mechanism.
- Has thorough understanding of the central theories and methodologies of Satellite Structures, Materials and Mechanisms.
Skills:
- Can analyse existing theories and methodologies related to Satellite Structures, Materials and Mechanisms and work independently on solving theoretical and practical challenges.
Competence:
- The candidate will be able to demonstrate an understanding of central, associated principles and concepts within Satellite Structures, Materials and Mechanisms.
Prerequisites
Anbefalte forkunnskaper
MAT-3800 Linear Algebra II, MAT-3801 Numerical Methods, STE-2605 Linear Systems and Control Theory, STE-3800 Classical Mechanics, TEK-1504 Physics
Teaching methods
Language of instruction and examination
EnglishExamination
| Assignment | Hand in: 03.06.2025 13:00 Weighting: 5/10 |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
| Assignment | Hand in: 03.06.2025 13:00 Weighting: 5/10 |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
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More info about the assignment
Assignments are individual and will consist of a list of exercises
- Assignment 1: It will be established at the end of teaching week 1
- Assignment 2: It will be established at the end of teaching week 2