Abstract

SCHUSTER, H.R.  and  BASSON, A.H.. Aspects of SUNSAT main structure design and manufacturing. R&D j. (Matieland, Online) [online]. 1995, vol.11, pp.21-28. ISSN 2309-8988.

This paper describes some overall mechanical design aspects of the Stellenbosch University satellite, 'Sunsat'. An introduction to the Sunsat project is given. The mechanical design requirements are described. The design of the module trays, which constitutes a major part of the main structure, is discussed. The design and manufacturing of the horizon sensor housing and the imager bearing housings are described to illustrate the influence of the design requirements, the use of solid modelling CAD software and the application of design for assembly principles in the satellite's mechanical design. The resulting design satisfies the functional and financial constraints.

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