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DISCOVERER – DISruptive teChnOlogies for VERy low Earth oRbit platforms

Obiettivo

We envision a radical redesign of Earth observation platforms for sustained operation at significantly lower altitudes than the current state of the art, using a combination of new aerodynamic materials, aerodynamic control and air-breathing electric propulsion for drag-compensation, for a variety of observation methods with the aim of creating a new platform paradigm.
This vision requires foundational research in spacecraft aerodynamic characterization, in material aerodynamics and atomic oxygen resistance, in electric propulsion, and control methods. These activities are by their nature multidisciplinary covering atmospheric science, surface chemistry and material characterization, control engineering, spacecraft design, payload engineering, etc.

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Coordinatore

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contributo netto dell'UE
€ 2 969 813,50
Indirizzo
OXFORD ROAD
M13 9PL Manchester
Regno Unito
Regione
North West (England) Greater Manchester Manchester
Tipo di attività
Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
Collegamenti
Costo totale
€ 2 969 813,50

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