Optimization of DLTS Hinges for the Assembly of the Solar Arrays of a Communication CubeSat

Katsouli, KATERINA; Griffiths, Christian; Langford, Euan H.

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Optimization of DLTS Hinges for the Assembly of the Solar Arrays of a Communication CubeSat

KATERINA Katsouli, Christian Griffiths, Euan H. Langford

Applied Sciences, Volume: 14, Issue: 4, Start page: 1350

Swansea University Authors: KATERINA Katsouli, Christian Griffiths

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This paper demonstrates the analytical and numerical investigations for the obtainment of the predefined critical parameters of double-layer tape spring (DLTS) hinges. The DLTS hinge is utilized for the coupling between the solar panels to assist the accommodation and formulation of the assumed orig...

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Optimization of DLTS Hinges for the Assembly of the Solar Arrays of a Communication CubeSat

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