Aim: To develop and validate additively manufactured multifunctional nanosatellite structures that optimize payload efficiency and adaptability for diverse space missions.
Brief description: The FastSat project focuses on creating lightweight, multifunctional satellite bus structures for nanosatellites using Selective Laser Melting (SLM) combined with CNC postprocessing. The design integrates standardized launch interfaces with customizable internal structures to support varied payloads and electronic components. This innovative approach maximizes the payload share and reduces the overall weight of nanosatellites, addressing limitations in traditional modular designs.
Benefits: The additively manufactured structures enhance payload efficiency and adaptability, enabling quick integration and customization for mission-specific requirements. The project demonstrates the feasibility of SLM technology in meeting the rigorous standards of the space industry, paving the way for more versatile and cost-effective satellite designs. By reducing part counts and material waste, it also supports sustainability in advanced manufacturing processes.
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