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Session
Technical Session XI: Advanced Technologies III
Abstract
Increasing interest in affordable space has created a parallel need for low cost, rapid manufacturing of small satellites. Raytheon along with several partners has engaged in an activity that is geared around the demonstration of semi-autonomous manufacturing of small satellites. By using modern tools, processes, and techniques, Raytheon is heavily investing in a “digitally assured” manufacturing and test capability. Starting with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Raytheon has successfully developed a model of the design space starting with a 6U sized cubesat. The manufacturing line will require minimal investment from outside customers; it is being designed to be as product independent as possible. Common tooling, robotic material handling, and agnostic test equipment are all hallmarks of the Raytheon manufacturing design.
Presentation
The Next Generation of Space Manufacturing: Model Based and Digitally Assured
Increasing interest in affordable space has created a parallel need for low cost, rapid manufacturing of small satellites. Raytheon along with several partners has engaged in an activity that is geared around the demonstration of semi-autonomous manufacturing of small satellites. By using modern tools, processes, and techniques, Raytheon is heavily investing in a “digitally assured” manufacturing and test capability. Starting with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Raytheon has successfully developed a model of the design space starting with a 6U sized cubesat. The manufacturing line will require minimal investment from outside customers; it is being designed to be as product independent as possible. Common tooling, robotic material handling, and agnostic test equipment are all hallmarks of the Raytheon manufacturing design.
