3 – Generic Clamping System Design (Hold Down Clamps)
Name of the system:
Generic Clamping System Design (Hold Down Clamps)
Lead entity within the SAMMBA consortium:
MT Aerospace
Attachment point within the process chain of the Spaceport operator:
The system responsible for clamping the microlauncher for transport and launch purposes
Major benefit [KPI] within the process chain: [cost reduction/processing time reduction/reliability
increase – preferably with quantitative figures]
Increase in compatibility with multiple launchers: yes
Anticipated R&D vector for the near/mid/long-term:
Near-term: implements the system as standard
Mid-term: updated design for bigger launchers
Modularity granted with the following standards:
The Generic Clamping System doesn’t require special modifications and can be used at any spaceport.
Interoperability granted with the following standards:
IF to launcher, IF to erestion/retraction system
IF to sensors (for launch: clamping needs to “open”)
Systems interfaced:
Launcher, Launch base, AGV, mechanical structures
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