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.


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    Title :

    Dynamic and Static Shape Test/Analysis Correlation of a 10 Meter Quadrant Solar Sail



    Conference:

    46th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference ; 2005 ; Austin, TX, United States


    Publication date :

    2005-01-01


    Type of media :

    Preprint


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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