公开(公告)号：US12091198B2

公开(公告)日：2024-09-17

申请号：US17281571

申请日：2019-09-30

Applicant: THALES

Inventor： Julien Labarthe ,  Emmanuel Texier

IPC: B64G1/22 ,  B64G1/66 ,  H01Q1/28

CPC classification number: B64G1/222 ,  B64G1/66 ,  H01Q1/288

Abstract: A deployment device intended to be positioned on a bearing structure, includes a first instrument and a second instrument, a deployment mechanism comprising: a main arm connected to a face of the bearing structure at a first attachment point, on the one hand, and to the first instrument on the other hand, the second instrument being connected to the main arm, a main motor configured to actuate the main arm in relation to the face, a secondary motor configured to actuate the second instrument in relation to the main arm, and in that the two instruments are suitable for passing from a stored configuration, one over the other, on the face of the bearing structure, to a deployed configuration wherein the two instruments are at a distance from one another and from the bearing structure, and/or vice versa.

公开(公告)号：US20240300673A1

公开(公告)日：2024-09-12

申请号：US17571369

申请日：2022-01-07

Applicant: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation

Inventor： Nicholas Fasanella ,  George Firstbrook ,  R. Christopher Thiem

IPC: B64G1/22 ,  B64G1/10 ,  B64G1/42

CPC classification number: B64G1/222 ,  B64G1/10 ,  B64G1/42

Abstract: A panel array and associated deployment system may include a first cable extending along a first row of panels and coupled to each panel of the first row of panels. The array and system may further include a second cable extending along a second row of panels and coupled to each panel of the second row of panels. The array and system may also include a first column of panels comprising a panel from the first row of panels and a panel from the second row of panels. The system may further include a spool positioned adjacent the first column of panels. The spool may be coupled to at least one of the first cable and the second cable and configured to apply tension to the first cable and/or the second cable.

公开(公告)号：US12031572B2

公开(公告)日：2024-07-09

申请号：US17335522

申请日：2021-06-01

Applicant: Opterus Research and Development, Inc. ,  Thomas W. Murphey

Inventor： Thomas W. Murphey

IPC: B64G1/22 ,  F16C11/12 ,  E04C3/00

CPC classification number: F16C11/12 ,  B64G1/222 ,  E04C3/005

Abstract: A deformable boom device includes a pair of shells, each shell of a substantially same arc length. A pair of hinges is mechanically coupled to the pair of shells to join the pair of shells into an open cross section as deployed in an extended state, and into about a flat structure in a flattened state. At least one of the pair of shells can include an about semi-circular cross section.

公开(公告)号：US12030672B1

公开(公告)日：2024-07-09

申请号：US15714014

申请日：2017-09-25

Applicant: United States of Americas as represented by the Administrator of NASA

Inventor： Allen T. Guzik ,  Othmane Benafan ,  Yu Hin Hau ,  Linda H. Yoon ,  Chip Redding

IPC: B64G1/00 ,  B64G1/22 ,  B64G1/44 ,  F03G7/06

CPC classification number: B64G1/222 ,  B64G1/443 ,  F03G7/065

Abstract: A system and method for on-demand retention, release, and positioning of structures including space structures (e.g., solar panels, probes, antennae, scientific instruments, fairings, etc.). The system allows for a lightweight and reliable deployment mechanism utilizing shape memory alloy (SMA) technology that allows for structure transition from a stowed to a deployed configuration. SMAs are used for both the active actuation members (e.g., wires) and passive connecting members (e.g., hinges). The retention and release (R&R) mechanism includes the SMA actuator, a static and detachable plate, a pin puller, and retaining latches/hooks. Once released, the deployment and positioning mechanism consists of SMA preloaded hinges and latches. The innovative system and method may be used for deployment of CubeSat and smallsats solar panels, antennae, and the like where volume and power resources are very limited. The innovative system and method may also be used for deployment of components for other classes of small satellites.

公开(公告)号：US12006070B2

公开(公告)日：2024-06-11

申请号：US17735506

申请日：2022-05-03

Applicant: Trevor Brown

Inventor： Trevor Brown

IPC: B64G1/44 ,  B64G1/22 ,  H01L25/16 ,  H01Q3/34

CPC classification number: B64G1/443 ,  B64G1/222 ,  H01L25/167 ,  H01Q3/34

Abstract: An apparatus comprises both a first side and a second side that is opposite the first side. The apparatus includes a plurality of photovoltaic cells disposed on the first side of the substrate and a plurality of microwave antennas disposed on both the first side of the substrate and the second side of the substrate. In addition, the apparatus comprises at least one photonic integrated circuit operably coupled to the substrate and to at least one of the plurality of photovoltaic cells to thereby receive electrical power therefrom. By one approach, the apparatus can further comprise at least one atomic clock supported by the substrate. By one approach, at least some of the aforementioned plurality of microwave antennas that are disposed on the first side of the substrate can comprise an optically transparent portion that serves as both a protective cover and a focusing lens.

公开(公告)号：US11936335B2

公开(公告)日：2024-03-19

申请号：US17390790

申请日：2021-07-30

Applicant: MOMENTUS SPACE LLC

Inventor： Lee Wilson ,  Luigi Celano ,  Garun Arustamov ,  Jason Park ,  Derek Wong

IPC: H02S30/20 ,  B64G1/22 ,  B64G1/44 ,  H01L31/046 ,  H02S10/40 ,  H02S40/22

CPC classification number: H02S30/20 ,  B64G1/222 ,  B64G1/443 ,  H01L31/046 ,  H02S10/40 ,  H02S40/22

Abstract: A system for harvesting solar energy on a spacecraft includes a stiff substrate layer and a working layer disposed on the substrate layer to provide at least one of a photovoltaic or a reflective function. In a first operational state, the substrate layer is arranged as a tape spring to store potential energy which causes the substrate layer to uncoil and provide, in a second operational state, a photovoltaic module and/or a solar concentrator.

公开(公告)号：US20230331401A1

公开(公告)日：2023-10-19

申请号：US18335954

申请日：2023-06-15

Applicant: The Aerospace Corporation

Inventor： Henry HELVAJIAN

IPC: B64G1/22 ,  B64G4/00

CPC classification number: B64G1/222 ,  B64G4/00 ,  B64G2004/005

Abstract: Cell-based space systems with nested-ring structures that interlock and can change configuration to support a mission are provided. The cells may self-assemble into a larger structure to carry out a mission. Multiple rotatable rings may be included in a cell, with a payload/control section in the center. The rings may provide power and/or data to trams that move about the rails. Trams may interlock with other cells, carry sensors or other devices, etc. Cells may be stowed in a cell stack that is deployable. Such cell-based systems may have various applications in space, on Earth, other celestial bodies, and underwater.

公开(公告)号：US11772825B2

公开(公告)日：2023-10-03

申请号：US16652893

申请日：2018-10-01

Applicant: ARIANEGROUP SAS

Inventor： Alexis Villemain

IPC: B64G1/22 ,  B64G1/44 ,  H01Q1/08 ,  H01Q1/28

CPC classification number: B64G1/222 ,  B64G1/44 ,  B64G2001/224 ,  H01Q1/081 ,  H01Q1/288

Abstract: A deployable satellite mast consisting of an inflatable tube, which is stored in fan-fold form before deployment and can be deployed by filling the tube with a gas, and which comprises a device for reinforcing and facilitating the deployment of the mast, which device is external to the mast and comprises one or more stays, first ends of which are wound on a reel device and second ends of which are secured to the tube, with the stays unwinding from the reel when the mast is deployed.

公开(公告)号：US20190207291A1

公开(公告)日：2019-07-04

申请号：US16295615

申请日：2019-03-07

Applicant: M.M.A. Design, LLC

Inventor： Thomas J. Harvey ,  Toby J. Harvey ,  Mitchell T. Wiens ,  Mark A. Bailey ,  Shane E. Stamm ,  Christopher A. Pelzmann

IPC: H01Q1/08 ,  H01Q3/46 ,  B64G1/66 ,  H01Q15/16 ,  H01Q1/28 ,  B64G1/22

CPC classification number: H01Q1/08 ,  B64G1/222 ,  B64G1/407 ,  B64G1/443 ,  B64G1/66 ,  H01Q1/1235 ,  H01Q1/28 ,  H01Q1/288 ,  H01Q3/46 ,  H01Q15/14 ,  H01Q15/161

Abstract: A deployable structure for use in establishing a reflectarray antenna is provided that includes a flexible reflectarray and a deployment structure that includes an endless pantograph for deploying the flexible reflectarray from a folded, undeployed state towards a deployed state in which the flexible reflectarray is substantially planar. In a particular embodiment, the deployment structure includes a plurality of tapes that engage the endless pantograph and are used to establish a positional relationship between the deployed reflectarray and another component of the reflectarray antenna.

公开(公告)号：US20190085552A1

公开(公告)日：2019-03-21

申请号：US16035924

申请日：2018-07-16

Applicant: CPI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Inventor： Donald V. MERRIFIELD

IPC: E04B1/344 ,  E04C3/00 ,  B64G1/22 ,  E04B1/19 ,  E04C3/04 ,  E01D15/12 ,  E04C3/02 ,  E04B1/35 ,  E04B1/343

CPC classification number: E04B1/3445 ,  B64G1/22 ,  B64G1/222 ,  E01D15/124 ,  E04B1/19 ,  E04B1/1903 ,  E04B1/34357 ,  E04B1/344 ,  E04B1/35 ,  E04B2001/1957 ,  E04B2001/1987 ,  E04C3/005 ,  E04C3/02 ,  E04C3/04 ,  E04H15/48 ,  Y10T403/7005

Abstract: A hybrid truss assembly with a truss bay centrally deployed, and with half-bays deployed on either side. The configuration provides four panels (such as solar panels), with two chords connected by four transverse members. The half-bays are locked in a rigid position using a barrel lock hinge assembly. The half-bays fold compactly beside the folded center bay assembly when retracted. The truss assembly may be pivotally mounted on a mobile cart, and may then be manually or automatically tilted or rotated to a desired angle.