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Advances in deployable structures and surfaces for large apertures in space

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Large apertures in space have applications for telecommunications, Earth observation and scientific missions. This paper reviews advances in mechanical architectures and technologies for large deployable apertures for space antennas and telescopes. Two complementary approaches are described to address this challenge: the deployment of structures based on quasi-rigid members and highly flexible structures. Regarding the first approach, deployable articulated structures are classified in terms of their kinematics as 3D or planar linkages in multiple variants, resulting in different architectures of radial, peripheral or modular constructions. A dedicated discussion on the number of degrees of freedom and constraints addresses the deployment reliability and thermo-elastic stability of large elastic structures in the presence of thermal gradients. This aspect has been identified as a design driver for new developments of peripheral ring and modular structures. Meanwhile, other design drivers are maintained, such as the optimization of mass and stiffness, overall accuracy and stability, and pragmatic aspects including controlled industrial development and a commitment to operators’ needs. Furthermore, reflecting surface technologies and concepts are addressed with a view to the future, presenting advances in technical solutions for increasing apertures and reducing areal mass densities to affordable levels for future missions. Highly flexible materials capable of producing ultra-stable shells are described with reference to the state of the art and new developments. These concepts may enable large deployable surfaces for antennas and telescopes, as well as innovative optical concepts such as photon sieves. Shape adjustment and shape control of these surfaces are described in terms of available technologies and future needs, particularly for the reconfiguration of telecommunications antennas. In summary, the two complementary approaches described and reviewed cover the domain of present and foreseeable space applications. Recent European developments are discussed within a global context and a critical review of the state of the art and recent advances taking into account the reliability and structural stability as design drivers.

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The authors would like to acknowledge the continued support from the ESA technical and applications directorates, in particular the mechanical and electrical departments of ESTEC. Special thanks to Dr. W. Kordulla and Dr. C. Stavrinidis for making possible this special edition of the CEAS Space Journal.

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Santiago-Prowald, J., Baier, H. Advances in deployable structures and surfaces for large apertures in space. CEAS Space J 5, 89–115 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12567-013-0048-3

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