Title :
Multifunctional structures technology experiment on Deep Space 1 Mission
Author :
Barnett, David M. ; Rawal, Suraj P.
Author_Institution :
Lockheed Martin Astronautics, Denver, CO, USA
fDate :
1/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Lockheed Martin Astronautics has developed the Multifunctional Structure (MFS) concept as a new system for spacecraft design that eliminates chassis, cables, connectors and folds the electronics into the walls of the spacecraft. Concurrent engineering will be essential to integrate the electronic, structure, and thermal design. Design methodologies are in work to manage all power, grounding and shielding concerns. The MFS approach offers significant savings in mass and volume and supports the “faster-better-cheaper” philosophy in new spacecraft programs. The technology will be demonstrated as an experiment on the New Millenium Program Deep Space 1 (DS 1) mission
Keywords :
avionics; concurrent engineering; space vehicle electronics; space vehicles; thermal management (packaging); Deep Space 1 Mission; New Millenium Program; concurrent engineering; demonstration panel; design integration; design methodologies; electronic design; faster-better-cheaper philosophy; grounding; mass savings; multifunctional structures technology experiment; multiple microspacecraft; satellite packaging; shielding; spacecraft design; spacecraft electronics; structure design; thermal design; volume savings; Aerospace electronics; Cables; Concurrent engineering; Connectors; Design methodology; Energy management; Power system management; Space technology; Space vehicles; Thermal engineering;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
