Verification of mechanical properties of forged moulding compound composite for small structural parts of microsatellites
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https://doi.org/10.14311/AP.2025.65.0493Keywords:
composite, BMC, short fibre, space, satellite, epoxy, carbon fibreAbstract
The mechanical properties of a short fibre composite produced using the forged moulding compound technology were tested. Firstly, these properties were estimated using analytical calculations and the Tsai-Pagani equation. Next, technological tests were conducted, based on which testing samples were made for mechanical tests. The results of the mechanical tests were then compared to calculations. Finaly, a microsatellite part was produced using this technology and integrated into the satellite structure.
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