Summary

The Micro Hinges are mechanically simple, minimalistic, and very solid, CNC machined, sturdy, and thick with very few failure points. They are mechanically actuated by loaded torsion springs calibrated to each individual array, attached with screws to the panel, lubricated with solid (powdered) graphene, and coated in corona dope for any non-conductive surface. The mechanical movement range is also hard in design specific to the particular hinge by stops incorporated into the geometry of the assembly. Each individual hinge can also, optionally, be configured as conductive to carry current from panel to panel.

Key features

  • Hard-stop custom deploy angle specified before manufacturing
  • All components are CNC machined with micron-precision
  • Corona dope coating for electrical isolation
  • Powered graphene lubrication for internal mechanisms
  • Optional single-channel electrical conductivity per hinge
  • Mechanically minimalistic, single spring operated
  • Sturdy, thick and over-engineered design
  • Custom configurable choice of mechanical mating and screws
  • Designed for MicroSat applications, missions and requirements
  • Manufactured according to NASA and ESA space standards and materials
  • Repetitive functional and performance tests provided with documentation

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Last updated: 2024-04-17

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