Session
Poster Session 3
Location
Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT
Abstract
The SADM-200 (Solar Array Drive Mechanism for 200W) is a new mechanism developed at Comat in order to provide a solution for solar array rotation and power transfer for small satellite applications. This mechanism is designed to be as compact as possible while providing a reliable angular positioning and electrical power transfer from the solar array to the satellite. Robust mechanical guidance and high quality components selection allows an accurate positioning with low angular play while withstanding the tough mechanical and thermal environment faced during launch and in-orbit operations. The development focused on keeping the cost as low as possible through the use of COTS (Component Off the Shelf) while maintaining a high quality requirement. This paper describes the challenges faced by the development team during the qualification campaign that recently succeeded.
Document Type
Event
Qualification Challenges of an SADM Using the Slipring Technology
Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, UT
The SADM-200 (Solar Array Drive Mechanism for 200W) is a new mechanism developed at Comat in order to provide a solution for solar array rotation and power transfer for small satellite applications. This mechanism is designed to be as compact as possible while providing a reliable angular positioning and electrical power transfer from the solar array to the satellite. Robust mechanical guidance and high quality components selection allows an accurate positioning with low angular play while withstanding the tough mechanical and thermal environment faced during launch and in-orbit operations. The development focused on keeping the cost as low as possible through the use of COTS (Component Off the Shelf) while maintaining a high quality requirement. This paper describes the challenges faced by the development team during the qualification campaign that recently succeeded.
