As I am developing a cubesat system and testing equipment for qualifying satellites I like to wind down with a couple of creative hobbies as it helps my mind resolve issues in the background while not burning out. Anime and…
When I first started attending networking events, I made a lot of mistakes that held me back in generating positive results in my B2B meetings. I thought I would like to share some lessons learned so that anyone new doesn’t…
In our previous post we discussed methods in generating concepts while designing a satellite. One of the beauties in design is that there are so many tools with different processes and ways of thinking which can allow the creative types…
The space industry is full of ideas especially from small organisations and academia, however due to the level of risk sadly those ideas don’t always get past the drawing board or beyond a lab. There has been a long list…
Pleased to announce that the Wyrm Engineering merchandise store is now open. Come and browse and support Wyrm Engineering by sporting space themed clothing. We also have an array of other merch such as mugs, mouse pads and phone cases.…
Access to space is no longer limited by high costs, allowing more educational institutions to engage in satellite-building projects. This involvement fosters student interest in STEM fields and enables practical skill development. Amateur astronomers also benefit from increased access to space, aiding in new discoveries. Involving students in such projects holds potential for significant educational and scientific advancements.
In orbit servicing does “what it says on the tin” where you service in orbit infrastructure such as spacecraft, satellites and space stations. Servicing can include refuelling fuel tanks, repairing damaged systems, replacing/upgrading systems and boosting orbits. Figure 1 SM1…
As mentioned in a previous article Telepresence is a technology I could see making a positive impact in the space sector, alongside in orbit servicing, recycling and in-orbit manufacturing. Telepresence is a system that creates a sense of presence at…
One of the most exciting things about space now is how the barrier of entry is lowered where those without large financial government backing can launch space craft into space. However, while this opportunity will help speed up the advancement…
Pocketqubes and cubesat satellites have been around for quite some time with their applications and usage growing. This is because of their lower costs in launching and development than traditional satellites have opened new markets and users. Here are some…
A Porter’s 5 forces is carried out by analysing your company internal and external environment and comparing the perceived negotiation powers within your competitors, suppliers, customers and market. This analysis can be used as part of your SWOT, technology road…
It’s no secret that developing hardware for space is expensive and requires a lot of investment even for smaller systems like cubesats and pocketqubes. You might not have the budget of NASA or be successful in obtaining funding through grants…
During the concept generation phase of the project it can be quite daunting to come up with ideas for designs. Luckily we have a couple of useful tools such as 9 windows of the world and 3-6-5 which are very…
If you are interested in building a pocketqube or cubesat, it is useful to know what you will need to build your satellite. Most of the equipment listed below is focussed from a mechanical standpoint but we briefly cover electronics:…
Before proceeding to the prototyping and environmental testing stages of your pocketqube or cubesat you will be carrying out various FEA analysis to ensure the design can survive the forces during testing, launch and the mechanisms and structures are fit…
Figure 1 Design process When developing the Claymore deployer or designing subsystems for satellites I follow the design process. The design process is a structured approach and covers from the initial stages of capturing requirements to release of the design.…
As mentioned in a previous article it is important to creating a testing plan for qualification, prototyping, and proving a proof of concept. The same can be said about planning manufacturing and assembly before you send your parts out for…
FMEA or PFMEA if you want to analyse a process is analysis tool that is used to identify and reduce potential risks. It was 1st developed by the US Military in the 1940’s and has been widely (1) used in…
Ok the title is a bit click bait but in all seriousness I don’t see pocketqubes (PQ) replacing cubesats. I know this sounds a bit crazy from someone who is developing the “Claymore” a 6P pocketqube deployer. But hear me…