Title :
Issues and concerns in using composites for spacecraft structures
Author :
Nagesh, S.K. ; Shastry, S.V.K. ; Harijaran, V.K. ; Katti, V.R.
Author_Institution :
ISRO Satellite Centre, Bangalore, India
fDate :
6/24/1905 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Several problem areas that are associated with the use of composites in spacecraft structures have been highlighted. In particular, the problem of controlling static-charge build-up on composites has been analyzed in some detail.
Keywords :
carbon fibre reinforced plastics; electric charge; electrostatic discharge; space vehicles; carbon fibre reinforced plastic; composites charging; conductive-coating; deep dielectric charging; fault current; galvanic reaction; outer space; passive intermodulation; resistance to ground; shielding effectiveness; space radiation shielding; spacecraft structures; static charge build-up control; Aerospace electronics; Aircraft manufacture; Aluminum; Composite materials; Costs; Electric breakdown; Electrons; Satellites; Sheet materials; Space vehicles;
Conference_Titel :
Electromagnetic Interference and Compatibility, 2001/02. Proceedings of the International Conference on
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-7563-7
DOI :
10.1109/ICEMIC.2002.1006470
