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Central tube structure
The central tubes developed by CASA are qualified for satellite platforms up to 8 Tons.
The design is based on Fiber Placement manufacturing technology. It allows a significant reduction in cost and schedule compared to other manufacturing techniques with a higher quality.
Features / technical details
- Key features of the Central Tubes design:
- Provides the necessary stiffness to meet the satellite requirements (vibration tests, launch environment).
- Provides the main load-path of the satellite structure to carry the load from the external walls and floors to the launcher interface.
- Provides interface to the (propellant tanks, propulsion piping, harness,…).
- Cost effective manufacturing process to reduce cost and schedule.
Categories
Applications
The central tube structures are used in any kind of satellites above a certain weight (1-1,5 Ton) such as Scientific, Earth Observation or telecommunication missions.
Reference customers
Alphabus, Eurostar 3000LX Prototype Technology Prg.