Session
Technical Poster Session 2
Location
Utah State University, Logan UT
Abstract
IOSHEX is an orbital module developed by SAB Launch Services and equipped with specific robotic technologies that leverage on the existing SSMS Dispenser basic module (the Hexagon). The SSMS is the payload dispenser for VEGA and VEGA-C developed by SAB, with the purpose to optimize multiple small satellite missions on VEGA and VEGA-C.
IOSHEX will enable to perform IOS operations as part of the service provided by the launcher. To offer an enhanced service, SAB is working together with ESA to have a system able to interoperate with Space Rider, the new reusable in-orbit servicing and reeentry automated platform developed by ESA, and foster a European in orbit servicing ecosystem.
In the development of such a spacecraft, many are the technological innovations that present a challenge. New technologies in the field of propulsion, AOCS, GNC and robotics are being developed along with the system.
IOSHEX Interoperability With Space Rider: A New IOS Perspective
Utah State University, Logan UT
IOSHEX is an orbital module developed by SAB Launch Services and equipped with specific robotic technologies that leverage on the existing SSMS Dispenser basic module (the Hexagon). The SSMS is the payload dispenser for VEGA and VEGA-C developed by SAB, with the purpose to optimize multiple small satellite missions on VEGA and VEGA-C.
IOSHEX will enable to perform IOS operations as part of the service provided by the launcher. To offer an enhanced service, SAB is working together with ESA to have a system able to interoperate with Space Rider, the new reusable in-orbit servicing and reeentry automated platform developed by ESA, and foster a European in orbit servicing ecosystem.
In the development of such a spacecraft, many are the technological innovations that present a challenge. New technologies in the field of propulsion, AOCS, GNC and robotics are being developed along with the system.
