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Artificial satellite and method for filling a tank of propellent gas of said artificial satellite

US9902507B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 22, 2016
Grant dateFeb 27, 2018
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Expiry dateJan 22, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64G1/641
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is artificial satellite including: a mounting structure supporting equipment-bearing walls; a launcher-adapter rigidly connected to the mounting structure; a first radiator; and at least one first system for transporting heat by a fluid, including at least one duct having a first heat-exchange section and a second heat-exchange section, the second heat-exchange section being capable of being in thermal contact with the first radiator. The first heat-exchange section is in thermal contact with at least one portion of the launcher-adapter. Also disclosed is a method for filling a tank of propellant gas of the artificial satellite.

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