{"id":252234,"date":"2023-09-27T11:55:54","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T11:55:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ingenieros.en-desarrollo.net\/?post_type=project&p=252234"},"modified":"2024-10-17T14:46:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T14:46:18","slug":"ct-plays-a-pivotal-role-in-developing-standard-and-modular-launch-base-services-for-small-satellites-in-the-sammba-rd-project","status":"publish","type":"project","link":"https:\/\/www.ctengineeringgroup.com\/project\/ct-plays-a-pivotal-role-in-developing-standard-and-modular-launch-base-services-for-small-satellites-in-the-sammba-rd-project\/","title":{"rendered":"CT plays a pivotal role in developing standard and modular launch base services for small satellites in the SAMMBA R&D project"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Around the world,\u00a0<\/span>various<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>small space launcher initiatives have emerged<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>to provide\u00a0<\/span>more affordable and flexible<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>satellite launch services. These initiatives have become possible due to the miniaturization of components and a shift toward smaller, resilient satellite constellations as opposed to traditional larger ones. This shift has given rise to a commercial market characterized by higher frequency and lower costs, often referred to as the \u201cNewSpace\u201d concept.<\/p>\n

To address the changing needs of the space industry, the EU has funded a collaborative R&D project called\u00a0<\/span>SAMMBA (Standard And Modular Microlauncher Base services)<\/strong>. Its objective is to offer\u00a0<\/span>standardized, modular, and cost-effective launch base services<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>to support the increasing demand for small satellite launches in Europe.<\/p>\n

CT is actively participating in this initiative as a member of the H2020 consortium, which includes German MT Aerospace, French Air Liquide Advanced Technology, Spanish EURECAT (Technology Center of Catalonia), GTD sistemas de informaci\u00f3n, and Belgian SpaceTec Partners.<\/p>\n

In this evolving space environment, characterized by small, cost-effective actors, it is essential to\u00a0<\/span>adapt spaceports worldwide<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>to accommodate smaller launchers. CT Paris has contributed its\u00a0<\/span>expertise in system engineering and innovation<\/strong>, leveraging its extensive knowledge of the space environment.<\/p>\n

CT has played a pivotal role in\u00a0<\/span>laying the foundation for the project and identifying its system requirements<\/strong>. This entailed leading the definition of SAMMBA\u2019s high-level system requirements through model-based system engineering (MBSE) and ensuring their successful implementation.<\/p>\n

Developing the first modular launch base service deployable at multiple spaceports requires innovation and strategic vision. CT\u00a0<\/span>leads the innovation<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>working group and is establishing the building blocks for innovation tasks. To create a technology roadmap for SAMMBA, CT analyzed the technical and economic value of global solutions and also provided business insights to fully understand the market. Finally, CT carried out a cost analysis of the project.<\/p>\n

According to the project manager, Sophie Missonnier, \u201cCT has been deeply involved in the consortium over the past year, overseeing the proof-of-concepts of SAMMBA subsystems developed by partners in their respective fields of expertise, and ensuring the focus on system relevance and the seamless operational interface between subsystems.\u201d<\/p>\n

The CT Paris team is contributing its\u00a0<\/span>prior experience in NewSpace green solutions<\/strong>, particularly in the realm of hybrid-powered launch systems. They have actively participated in the H2020-funded project ENVOL (European NewSpace Vertical Orbital Launcher), which introduced an environmentally friendly and cost-effective NewSpace orbital launcher concept.<\/p>\n

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Interoperability and predictability. CT ensures the safety of SAMMBA\u2019 s satellites launch services by integrating them with its own Operational Decision Aid Platform, LAB METOC.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The consortium succeeded in meeting its main objective by designing a mock-up that demonstrates the interoperability of the prototype technologies and systems through the standardization of interfaces and protocols.<\/p>\n

The mock-up interfaces with the LAB METOC meteorological awareness tool (CT), the transport and docking system AGV (EUT), the scheduling tool and Blockchain data base (EUT), the Erector mechanical system (MTA), the fluid IoT sensor network (ALAT) and the IT virtual cluster (GTD).<\/p>\n

Two use cases have been identified to test the added-value of the demonstrator in spaceport operations, in terms of campaign time, cost and flexibility:<\/p>\n