The small satellite Solar Array Drive Assembly (SADA) is a lightweight and compact power solution for positioning solar array panels. Continuous rotation of the solar array is facilitated by the integration of a slip ring assembly.

Axial Solar Array Drive Mechanism (BSADM) development presented in this paper. The modular nature of SSTL’s mechanisms allowed using qualified components for most of the BSADM design to retain heritage and reduce risk: • The track / trim …

Beyond Gravity is Europe's leading supplier of Solar Array Drive Mechanisms (SADM). Our SADMs are engineered to precisely orient solar arrays at the sun, maximizing power generation and ensuring mission success.

KONGSBERG offers a wide range of Solar Array Drive Mechanisms for Earth Observation, Telecommunication, Navigation and Science Explorations and Missions. The product portfolio offers a power range from 0.5 kW to 8.5 kW.

Feb 13, 2025 · The solar array drive mechanism is a critical component of solar panels in space. The mechanism must provide precise and efficient movement of the panel while working in the harsh environment of space.

Moog has experience with solar array drives, for both Earth orbit and planetary missions, stretching back to 1980. The solar power application is one of the most mature for Moog actuators and biaxial gimbals. Solar array drives have traditionally been very mission-specific in …

Dec 1, 2022 · Solar Array Drive Assemblies (SADA) are primarily used to rotate and position solar panels on satellites. The systems consist of a Solar Array Drive Mechanism (SADM) and electronics which are commercially available as standalone components or …

The SADM sub-assembly is the Solar Array Drive Mechanism which supports the Solar Array and allows it to rotate at command. To minimize mass and volume, the SADM is a direct drive concept (no reduction gear box), which offers an optimized total mass down to 1.65 kg and a highly compact volume as implied by dimensions in Fig. 3.:

The development of the Bi-Axial Solar Array Drive Mechanism (BSADM) presented in this paper is a demonstration of SSTL's unique space manufacturing approach that enables performing rapid development cycles for cost-effective products that meet ever-challenging mission requirements: The BSADM is designed to orient a solar array wing towards the ...

Solar Array Mechanisms Mark Ferris* and Andrew Haslehurst* Abstract This paper focuses on the mechanisms incorporated into SSTL's static deployable arrays; namely the sprung-hinges and hold down and release mechanism (HDRM). Combined, the HDRM and hinges form the hold down release system (HDRS).