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4th European Workshop on Inflatable Space Structures - 4EWISS

FINAL PROGRAMME

Last update: 10 June

All abstracts can be downloaded here (zip).

Day 1 - 16 June 2008
 
ESA Presentations
14.00-14.30
ESA Inflatable Structures
Langlois, S.
14:30-15:00
ESA Human Spaceflight
Hovland, S.
15:00-15:30
Break
15:30-16:00
ESA Power Generation
Hodgetts, P.
16:00-16:30
ESA Earth Observation
Aguirre, M.

Day 2 - 17 June 2008
Session 1
Balloons, Airbags
Chairmen: J.-M. Charbonnier (CNES), B. Laine (ESA)
09.15-09.45
Abstract
Nonlinear Viscoelastic and Viscoplastic Behavior of Multi-Layer Polymeric Films Used in Super-Pressure Balloon Envelopes
M. Hirsekorn
Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES)
09.45-10.15
Abstract
Inflation Test under Simulated Space Conditions of the 4 M Diameter Miriam Balloon
K. Bayler
IAB GmbH
10.15-10.45
Abstract
ESA ExoMars Vented Airbag Control Logic
D. Ciambottini
Aero Sekur S.p.A
10.45-11.15
Abstract
Breadboard Testing of the ESA ExoMars Airbag Landing Systems
N. Bown
Vorticity Ltd.
11.15-11.30
Break
Session 2
Analysis 1
Chairman: L. Marraffa (ESA)
11.30-12.00
Abstract
Direct Numerical Simulation and Modelling Techniques for Membrane Wrinkling
F. Cirak
University of Cambridge
12.00-12.30
Abstract
Benefits and Limitations of Analysis in the Design of Pressure Restraint Structures for Inflatable Space Habitats
A. Lennon
ABL Engineering Ltd
12.30-13.00
Abstract
Analysis of Thermally Induced Disturbances of a Gossamer Composite Boom
Ch. Sickinger
German Aerospace Center
13.00-14.30
Lunch
Session 3
Analysis 2
Chairman: Ch. Sickinger (DLR)
14.30-15.00
Abstract
Nonlinear Bending of Straight or Intially Curved Pressurised Thin-walled Sections
R. van Steen
Delft University of Technology
15.00-15.30
Abstract
Optimal Dimensioning of Inflatable Antennas
R. Bouzidi
Nantes University
15.30-16.00
Abstract
Geometrical Mechanics for Inflatable Structures
A. Lennon
ABL Engineering Ltd
16.00-16.15
Break
Session 4
Habitat Modules 1
Chairmen: G. Guarrera (ASI), S. Hovland (ESA)
16.15-16.45
Abstract
Unpressurized Orbital Hangars in Geolunar Space
M. Bernasconi
MCB Consultants
16.45-17.15
Abstract
Lunar Inflatable Habitation System
G. Musso
Thales Alenia Space
17.15-17.45
Abstract
Composite material for direct polymerization on Moon
A. Kondyurin
University of Sydney
17.15-17.45
Abstract
Composite material for direct polymerization on Moon
A. Kondyurin
University of Sydney
18.00-19.00
Welcome Cocktail

Day 3 - 18 June 2008
Session 5
Satellites Appendages and Aerobraking
Chairmen: Ch. Dupuy (CNES), P. Coste (ESA)
08.45-09.15
Abstract
Lightweight Aerobrakes for Debris Mitigation
M. Bernasconi
MCB Consultants
09.15-09.45
Abstract
Development of an Inflatable De-Orbit Device for Pico-Satellites and Application Scenarios
E. van Breukelen
ISIS - Innovative Solutions In Space BV
09.45-10.15
Abstract
Polymerization of Composite Materials in Free Space Environment
B. Defoort
Astrium Space Transportation
10.15-10.45
Abstract
Inflatable Capture Mechanism
P. Pellegrino
Thales Alenia Space Italia
10.45-11.15
Abstract
SPLESA: Small Planetary-Surface Lightweight Solar Arrays
M. Bernasconi
MCB Consultants
11.15-11.30
Break
Session 6
Habitat Modules 2
Chairman: S. Langlois (ESA)
11.30-12.00
Abstract
Design & Manufacturing of a Subscale Inflatable Module (IMOD) for Manned Space Applications
M. Nebiolo
Thales Alenia Space – Italia
12.00-12.30
Abstract
Inflation and Packaging Simulation of a Subscale Inflatable Module (IMOD) for Manned Space Applications
M. Nebiolo
Thales Alenia Space – Italia
12.30-13.00
Abstract
Inflation and Packaging Simulation of IMOD with the Implicit Non Linear Code SAMCEF
C. Cruccas
Samtech Italia
13.00-14.00
Lunch
14.00-16.00
Round-table
 
Posters
 
Abstract
Materials for Inflatable Aerobrake Deorbiting System
J.-M. Siguier
ONERA


Abstract
Nitrogen Pressurization Subsystem for an Inflatable Structure
P. Bravais
Air Liquide


Abstract
Gossamers, CRES et al: Where Are We Going?
M.C. Bernasconi
MCB Consultants


Abstract
High-Temperature-Capable Rigidizable Matrix Materials
M.C. Bernasconi
MCB Consultants


Abstract
Production and Properties of Shape Memory Polymer X-ray Lenses
G.A. Pavlov
Institute of Problems of Chemical Physics


Abstract
Asymptotically Accurate Non-linear Analysis of Inflatable Structures
Ramesh Gupta, B.
Indian Institute of Science
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