Aeronomy of Ice in the Mesosphere (AIM) spacecraft


Project Overview:
Perform structural analysis for the support structure of the AIM Spacecraft

Customer:
Orbital Sciences Corporation

Services Performed:
Provided analysis of the support structure and instrumentation.

Structural Analysis:

  • Generated system level finite element model
  • Performed modal, static stress, and thermal stress analyses
  • Performed random and acoustic response analyses
  • Provided global and detailed stress analysis including welded and mechanical joints
  • Performed composite structure analysis of panels
  • Provided reinforcement recommendations