This paper describes finite element analyses and correlation studies to predict deformations and vibration modes/frequencies of a 10-meter quadrant solar sail system. Thin film membranes and booms were analyzed at the component and system-level. The objective was to verify the design and structural responses of the sail system and to mature solar sail technology to a TRL 5. The focus of this paper is in test/analysis correlation.
Dynamic and Static Shape Test/Analysis Correlation of a 10 Meter Quadrant Solar Sail
46th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference ; 2005 ; Austin, TX, United States
2005-01-01
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English
Testing of a 10-meter Quadrant Solar Sail
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