Feasibility study of a laser launch system for picosatellites and nanosatellites in low-earth orbits

Kamei, T.; Matsui, Makoto; Mori, Koichi

doi:10.1016/j.actaastro.2020.06.014

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“…In the ever-evolving realm of space exploration, the demand for new-generation spacecraft continues to rise. [1][2][3][4] Micro/nano satellites have emerged as significant contributors to this new DOI: 10.1002/adma.202306228 era, offering advantages such as shorter development cycles, reduced weight, flexible launch capabilities, and rapid networking. These satellites play pivotal roles in fields like earth science, military communications, and civil applications, leading to a steady increase in their launch frequency.…”

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MOFs for Ultrahigh Efficiency Pulsed Laser Micropropulsion

Rao,

Xu,

Yuan

et al. 2023

Advanced Materials

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Conventional propellant materials, such as polymers and single metal elements, have long been investigated for their potential in pulsed laser micropropulsion (LMP) technology. However, achieving superior LMP efficiency through physical mixing of these materials remains a significant challenge. In this study, we present a paradigm shift by introducing porous crystalline polymers, known as Metal‐Organic Frameworks (MOFs), as novel propellants in pulsed LMP. MOFs are composed of metal cations and organic ligands that form ordered structures through coordination, eliminating the problem of local hot zones arising from uneven physical mixing encountered in LMP. In direct comparison to conventional polymers and single element targets, MOFs exhibit substantially higher LMP efficiency. By precisely tailoring the metal atom fraction within MOFs, an extraordinary ultrahigh efficiency of 51.15% is achieved in pulsed LMP, surpassing the performance of similar materials previously reported in the literature. This pioneering application of MOFs not only revolutionizes the field of laser micropropulsion but also opens up new frontiers for MOF utilization in various energy applications.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved

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MOFs for Ultrahigh Efficiency Pulsed Laser Micropropulsion

Rao,

Xu,

Yuan

et al. 2023

Advanced Materials

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“…According to the European consulting firm Small Satellite Market Forecast, the number of small satellites under 500kg launched worldwide between 2018 and 2027 is expected to reach 7,038 [1] . However, with the further improvement of small satellite production capacity at home and abroad in recent years, Some Chinese aerospace companies, research institutes and universities have successfully launched the Zidingxiang series, Jilin-1 series and The Lingque Constellation Experimental Satellite series [2][3][4][5] , Commercial companies such as spaceX and Planet LABS have also put forward the Starlink constellation and Doves Satellite constellation and successfully launched many satellites, Stanford University, Delft University and other universities have also successfully launched a number of cubic micro-nano satellites [6][7][8][9][10] . With the improvement of technology and…”

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Research on rapid batch test of whole star based on pulsating production line

Li¹,

Dai²,

Zhao³

et al. 2022

J. Phys.: Conf. Ser.

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In recent years, small satellites at home and abroad have been developing rapidly, and constellation have been deeply studied and applied. In particular, a series of commercial satellites companies led by SpaceX in the United States have successfully launched a number of satellites for network formation, and the annual output of their small satellites can reach 1000 magnitude. At present, China is also in the stage of rapid development of all kinds of small satellites , and the annual production of small satellites is also increasing rapidly, in order to adapt to the characteristics of large number of small satellites, short development period and rapid launch and deployment, it is urgent to study the matching test and test technology with the characteristics of batch, rapid, intelligent and efficient. In this paper, the rapid batch test research based on pulsating production line is carried out for the development of small satellites. Based on the establishment of satellite pulsation test system, the test mode, test method and on-line standard of key subsystem are studied. The research results were successfully applied to the batch test of a certain type of satellite. In the factory test stage, multiple satellites completed the test within 347 hours and left the factory at the same time, which greatly improved the test efficiency and laid a certain foundation for comprehensively forming the capacity of parallel and rapid batch test of multiple small satellites.

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Diode Laser-Sustained Plasma for Continuous-Wave Laser Propulsion

Matsui

2024

Springer Tracts in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

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Feasibility study of a laser launch system for picosatellites and nanosatellites in low-earth orbits

Cited by 9 publications

References 22 publications

MOFs for Ultrahigh Efficiency Pulsed Laser Micropropulsion

MOFs for Ultrahigh Efficiency Pulsed Laser Micropropulsion

Research on rapid batch test of whole star based on pulsating production line

Diode Laser-Sustained Plasma for Continuous-Wave Laser Propulsion

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