High-Level Project Summary
We have developed a mechanical device for separating objects in space. This device can separate objects without violent shocks. It can be used more than once. It can be tested on the ground before we launch space rockets . It does not consume more than 10 watts and works instantaneously . It is important to facilitate the deployment and separation of pieces in space .
Link to Project "Demo"
Link to Final Project
Detailed Project Description
My mechanical device separates objects in space by attracting an iron rod inside a cylinder wrapped around it a copper coil and this happens when an electric current passes through the copper coil, which generates a continuous magnetic field. The source of this current is a DC battery. The device from the inside contains a spring to perform two functions, the first is to reduce the shock caused by the entry of the into iron rod the cylinder, and the second is to keep the rod attached to the body of the ship until we operate the device. This movement leads to the separation of the parachute wire during landing, as shown in the video. The device can also be used to install solar panels for the satellite by making some modifications to the panels and changing the shape of the device as shown in the video and photos. I hope to get the opportunity to develop the device more. The device can operate at a temperature between -30 to 130 degrees Celsius. The device can withstand a force of up to 400 and 500 Newtons, depending on the materials used in the manufacture of the iron bar and the ship’s metal. The device can be used more than once. It does not consume more than 10 watts and works instantaneously.
https://youtu.be/jjUkPQvpOj4
The link to show the device in action.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ur4m4TP0XuQ
Space Agency Data
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ke45XZns4o&list=PL37Yhb2zout05pUjr7OoRFpTNroq_wd9f&index=15
https://www.hq.nasa.gov/alsj/CSM12_Earth_Landing_Subsystem_pp93-98.pdf
https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/constellation/ares/parachute_results.html
https://spinoff.nasa.gov/Spinoff2020/ip_8.html
https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20110016488/downloads/20110016488.pdf
https://trs.jpl.nasa.gov/bitstream/handle/2014/45484/14-0701_A1b.pdf?sequence=1
Hackathon Journey
It was a journey full of passion and tension, but we learned a lot from the experience of working under pressure and broader ways of thinking. We are excited about this challenge because it can be useful in facilitating space exploration and reducing the cost of launching space rockets, even if by a small amount. I would like to thank Dr. Nabil Kenawy and Dr. Lobna for their continuous encouragement. I would like to thank my family for helping to develop the idea and providing the necessary materials to complete the project. I would like to thank my team for the help and for making this effort with me.
References
Physics for scientists and engineers by Serway reference chapter 31
https://www.hq.nasa.gov/alsj/CSM12_Earth_Landing_Subsystem_pp93-98.pdf
https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/constellation/ares/parachute_results.html
https://spinoff.nasa.gov/Spinoff2020/ip_8.html
https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20110016488/downloads/20110016488.pdf
https://trs.jpl.nasa.gov/bitstream/handle/2014/45484/14-0701_A1b.pdf?sequence=1
Tags
hardware
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