A. Cervone
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This research investigated the application of electrical thrusters within the Attitude Determination and Control System (ADCS) of the European Space Agency’s LUMIO mission, a 12U CubeSat set to op- erate in a quasi-periodic halo orbit around the Earth-Moon L2 point. While CubeSat
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A promising design of a Space-Based Solar Power (SBSP) system for a lunar demonstration mission has been developed. SBSP technology can offer a continuous power supply using solar energy and wireless power transmission, addressing challenges like the 15-day lunar night. The propo
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The high costs associated with launching satellites into orbit drives the market towards more compact satellites. These compact satellites require the development of miniaturized components, including a propulsion system. The Space Engineering (SpE) department of the Faculty of A
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Directed Energy Deposition: an Additive Manufacturing Technology for Large High-Temperature Compact Heat Exchangers
Process characterization and fluid dynamic performance
Heat exchangers are essential for temperature regulation across various industries, from everyday applications to space exploration. Over time, these devices have evolved from simple clay vessels to complex structures made from advanced metal alloys and ceramics. In modern engine
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ARCH-E Design Report
Autonomous Reconfigurable Crew/Cargo Hauler for Exploration
In the renewed race for the Moon, there will be a high demand for transportation services to and from the lunar surface. The next generation of landers needs to have many capabilities, such as supporting longer exploration and global access, sustainability and versatility. ARCH-E
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This study proposes the novel concept of recycling space debris as a means of supplying material resources for the establishment of a permanent Lunar presence while simultaneously cleaning up Earth’s orbital environment. This expands the scope of traditional debris mitigation eff
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There is a growing demand for nano-satellite missions that require advancements in micro-propulsion capabilities to facilitate a wider range of orbital maneuvers. Among these capabilities, the ability to accurately control thrust would unlock new possibilities for nano-satellite
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Experimental Study of L-PBF Micro-channel Surface Roughness
An Experimental Study on the Effects of Build Angle on Surface Roughness and Fluid Flow Performance in Laser-Powder Bed Fusion manufactured Micro-channels
Progress in Laser powder bed fusion manufacturing has led to greater use of Additive Manufacturing in combustion chambers/nozzles. This allows for the creation of more intricate and efficient solutions, but generates the need for a better understanding of how surface roughness in
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In line with the growing trend of satellite miniaturization, Delft University of Technology has developed advanced micropropulsion systems such as micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) vaporizing liquid micro-resistojet (VLM) using water as propellant. These systems play a cruc
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The exponential increase in the number of microsatellite launches over the past decade has generated a research gap within the realm of satellite propulsion, needed to maintain the orbit of such satellites and hence increase their lifetime. The research towards the miniaturisatio
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The utilization of CubeSats as a cost-effective solution for satellite missions allows universities to engage in outer space research. Notably, the issue of increased tumbling rates during deployment is highlighted, attributed mainly to propulsion and guiding functions performed
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Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimisation of Inflatable Stacked Toroid Decelerators
A Novel Framework Advancing Mars Exploration
Future Mars exploration missions require safe and controlled landing on the planet’s surface. Conventional entry, descent and landing (EDL) technologies, such as parachutes and rigid aeroshells, face limitations in meeting increasing demands for heavier payloads, harsher entry co
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The thesis explores designing an attitude and orbital control system for an autonomous 6U CubeSat near-Earth asteroid fly-by mission, aiming to conceptualize an off-the-shelf solution. It addresses selecting propulsion systems for interplanetary travel, reaction wheel desaturatio
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In this report a master thesis work in support to the development of a water-based Vaporizing Liquid Microthruster (VLM) is presented. This device, which makes use of MEMS technology to offer a very high degree of miniaturization, is an extremely compact thruster which achieves a
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Modelling of MEMS Micro-resistojet Thrusters
An Analytical Study
With a growing trend in the miniaturization of satellites, there was a need to develop micro-propulsion systems for these satellites. Since there was a challenge to scale-down conventional propulsion systems, new concepts needed to be developed. One such concept was the micro-res
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Small satellites require efficient propulsion systems for attitude and orbit control. This thesis focuses on the development and characterization of two distinct types of micro-resistojet thrusters, namely Vaporizing Liquid Micro-resistojet (VLM) and Low Pressure Micro-resistojet
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High power to weight turbo-pumps enable the creation of powerful compact rocket engines capable of launching payload to space. The desire to reduce cost of payload to space requires engineers to push the limits on hardware. Cavitation in turbo-pumps is a phenomenon requiring miti
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In-space manufacturing (ISM) is an upcoming technology in the space industry. Unprecedented applications can be achieved by producing objects in space, as opposed to bringing objects to space that were produced on Earth. For solar arrays, this means that extremely large array siz
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The technology of focus in this paper, the applied-field magnetoplasmadynamic (MPD) thruster (AF-MPDT), was developed in the 1960s. However, little research has been conducted for this thruster. There is still the need for an accurate model describing the thruster's functioning,
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