Abstract A deorbit device is required for some microsatellites to meet space debris mitigation guidelines, although very challenging in terms of limited resources and reliability. Many groups are conducting research on post-mission disposal (PMD) devices using an electrodynamic tether (EDT) due to its high efficiency and simplicity. Since an EDT for microsatellites must be lightweight, with some strength, high conductivity, high survivability, and meet other requirements, such new materials as carbon nanotube yarn, metal-plated fiber, and metal-deposited thin film are assumed for a tape type tether. In order to determine the appropriate EDT dimensions such as tether width and length, the deorbit capabilities must be evaluated by numerical simulations in advance, as the thrust obtained varies depending on the EDT dimensions, orbital parameters, and other factors. The required resources of the EDT system such as mass and electric power can then be obtained for each orbit, satellite, and deorbit time. Thus, several prototypes of tape type tethers were made and evaluated in various tests.

    Highlights Deorbit device for microsatellites using electrodynamic tether(EDT) was investigated. Our concept features the use of a folded tape type bare tether made from new materials. The results of numerical simulations on EDT performance under various conditions were shown. Several prototypes of tape type tethers were made and evaluated in various tests.


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    Title :

    Performance of EDT system for deorbit devices using new materials


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    Published in:

    Acta Astronautica ; 177 ; 813-820


    Publication date :

    2020-01-20


    Size :

    8 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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