Publication
Title
Determination of stratospheric component behaviour using Finite Element model updating
Author
Abstract
In general, it is difficult to analyse equipment for space applicability due to the fact that realistic tests on Earth are technically difficult and expensive. To prove the reliability of space systems, a combination of numerical analysis and expensive pre-flight tests is used. However, this paper discusses a new methodology in which a combination is made of low-budget ground tests with a newly developed finite element model updating technique which can deliver a time efficient added value or alternative to the expensive and time-consuming pre-flight tests during thermal analysis. In addition, this contribution shows the influence of several design parameters on the accuracy of thermal simulations for space applications and discusses how this accuracy can be optimised. The methodology is verified within the HACORD project of the REXUS/BEXUS programme. (C) 2016 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Aerospace science and technology
Publication
2016
ISSN
1270-9638
DOI
10.1016/J.AST.2016.06.024
Volume/pages
56 (2016) , p. 22-28
ISI
000383300100003
Full text (Publisher's DOI)
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UAntwerpen
Faculty/Department
Research group
Project info
CalcUA as central calculation facility: supporting core facilities.
Publication type
Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
External links
Web of Science
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Creation 21.11.2016
Last edited 22.01.2024
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