Maxar Technologies. has been granted a patent for a solar array structure designed for spacecraft. This innovative system features foldable solar arrays and a deployable frame that allows for efficient stowing and deployment, providing power during both configurations. The design includes motorized hinges for seamless operation. GlobalData’s report on Maxar Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Deployable solar array structure for spacecraft power generation
The patent US12040740B2 describes an innovative apparatus featuring a foldable solar array designed for efficient deployment and stowage. The apparatus includes a deployable frame structure that connects to the solar array at both ends, facilitating its transformation between a stowed configuration and a deployed configuration. The frame comprises a T-shaped yoke structure and a T-shaped end structure, along with multiple rigid beams and motorized hinges that create a Z-fold structure. These motorized hinges enable the solar array to be tensioned when deployed, while also allowing for the re-folding of the structure into a compact stowed pack. The design incorporates retractable latch structures to secure the frame in the deployed state and facilitate its return to the stowed configuration.
Additionally, the apparatus is adaptable for use with various hosts, including spacecraft and vehicles. It features a controller mounted on the deployable frame, which receives instructions from the host to manage the operation of the motorized hinges and latch structures. The motorized hinges are equipped with a mechanism that includes a bimetallic strip and a notch for latching purposes. The solar array is designed to elastically extend when deployed, and the hinges can maintain obtuse angles when latched. This design enhances the functionality and versatility of the solar array, making it suitable for applications in space exploration and other vehicular uses.
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