Integrated propulsion and primary structure module for microsatellites
US9796486B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 18, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/641
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular device for a spacecraft includes a propulsion system having a tank, a plenum, and a manifold, wherein the propulsion system is integrally formed with a structural frame of the spacecraft. A method of manufacturing the modular device is also discussed, the method including utilizing an additive manufacturing process to construct the propulsion system.
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