Drag-Enhancing Deorbit Devices for Mid-Sized Spacecraft Self-Disposal

Alsup, Katrina P.; Anantachaisilp, Farsai; Komma, Justin L.; Lobo, Keith B.; Lovdahl, Bianca L.; Shapiro, Jessica R.; Rhatigan, Jennifer L.; Romano, Marcello; Virgili-Llop, Josep

doi:10.1109/aero.2019.8741759

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“…Instead of an actuator providing a preload in one direction, pressure expands against the entire surface. This is commonly observed in deployable antennas 45,46 and drag devices 65 .…”

Section: Inflationmentioning

confidence: 84%

“…After launch, the activation of the deployment actuator pushes the restraint open. The inflatable drag sail on AeroCube 3 is an example 65 .…”

Section: Another Deployablementioning

confidence: 99%

“…There are multiple ways of storing compressed gas, which can then be released into a piston or an enclosed volume, causing it to expand. AeroCube-3 used an inflatable balloon as a de-orbit device but failed to inflate on orbit 65 . Technologies have been explored for inflatable antennas and a planned demonstration on CatSat 45,81 .…”

Section: Inflationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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A framework for small satellite deployable structures and how to deploy them reliably

Sauder,

Gebara,

Reddy

et al. 2024

Commun Eng

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Because of the miniaturization of small satellites, most of them have deployables to expand effective areas. However, Small Satellites are not only required to miniaturize systems, but often have a reduced budget, timeline, and employ teams with less experience. The goal of this paper is to provide a starting point for those new to deloyables, and working on small satellites, to understand the approaches available for deployable mechanisms and provide design practices which can improve success rates. To do so, this paper develops a framework for small satellite deployable structures, categorizing them into distinct deployment stages. It investigates the approaches that can be utilized for each stage, focusing on the stow, restrain, actuate, and locate stages. This review paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each approach, supported by examples provided in the references. It then highlights best practices for deployable mechanisms, and describes key challenges and future directions. By offering a comprehensive analysis of small deployable systems, this paper aims to guide engineers and researchers in implementing successful design practices for small satellite deployable structures.

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“…Instead of an actuator providing a preload in one direction, pressure expands against the entire surface. This is commonly observed in deployable antennas 45,46 and drag devices 65 .…”

Section: Inflationmentioning

confidence: 84%

“…After launch, the activation of the deployment actuator pushes the restraint open. The inflatable drag sail on AeroCube 3 is an example 65 .…”

Section: Another Deployablementioning

confidence: 99%

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A framework for small satellite deployable structures and how to deploy them reliably

Sauder,

Gebara,

Reddy

et al. 2024

Commun Eng

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“…It is not, however, effective for all objects, particularly heavier objects in orbit. Because heavier objects mean more mass, which negatively affects the ballistic coefficient of the spacecraft [5]. The capacity of a body to overcome air resistance in flight is measured by its ballistic coefficient.…”

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Space Debris Mitigation Using Drag Augmentation Device: A Review

Roshan¹,

R²,

Bang³

et al. 2022

IJRASET

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The commercialization of space has resulted in a significant increase in the frequency of spacecraft, which is adding to the already large number of objects in orbit. Therefore, future and present missions are at risk from space debris. Most of these spacecraft in orbit have very limited means of mitigation control systems. As a result, certain international regulations are imposed to obtain a license for a spacecraft for launch purposes. The necessity of a feasible debris mitigation technique enables future space missions to be safe and sustainable. This review sheds light on the drag augmentation devices such as dragsail, which can provide an effective means for accelerating the deorbiting process during the EOL phase, making space safe and sustainable without the risk of space debris. Keywords: Dragsail, Ballistic coefficient, Deorbit duration, Space debris, Low Earth Orbit

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