Abstract The problems involved in the design-engineering digital simulation of large-size transformable-screen constructions for protecting spacecraft and equipment from space debris and meteoroids were considered. The engineering principles used to improve the design and efficiency of protective screens are presented. The use of embedded matrix transducers located all over the composite material used for armor tiles is proposed for the construction of protective clad screens; this approach enables efficient detection of damaged areas of the protective screen, the assessment of the level of damage, and the prediction of damage to spacecraft and equipment structures.

    Highlights Innovative spacecraft protective unit was developed. Principles for guidance and control of rotating shield segments were developed. Effectiveness of different control strategies was evaluated. Digital simulators of the innovative design-engineering solutions were developed.


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    Title :

    Large-scale shielding structures in low earth orbits


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Acta Astronautica ; 109 ; 153-161


    Publication date :

    2014-12-13


    Size :

    9 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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