A prospective study of 3D printed continuous fiber reinforced composites in satellite antennas

  • Jianfei Yang
  • , Xiaofei Ma
  • , Kunyang Lin
  • , Xiaotao Zhou
  • , Jialong Zhu
  • , Xiaoyong Tian

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Abstract

3D printing technology is widely used in industry due to its numerous advantages. These include material savings, short manufacturing cycles, and a high degree of manufacturing freedom. Fiber-reinforced composite materials are ideal for producing high-precision parts because they are lightweight, strong, and highly resistant to wear and corrosion. By using 3D printing to create fiber-reinforced composites, the limitations of traditional manufacturing processes can be overcome. This method speeds up the manufacturing process and allows for free design of the material's internal structure. Currently, this technology shows great potential in aerospace. This article introduces the matrix and reinforcement materials of continuous fiber-reinforced composite materials, along with their design and synthesis methods. It also explains the principles behind these materials. Additionally, the article summarizes their application status and prospects in satellite antennas. It highlights the significance of this technology for on-orbit manufacturing and discusses the future development trends and potential challenges.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSixth International Conference on Optoelectronic Science and Materials, ICOSM 2024
EditorsChongwen Zou, Yonghong Wang, Yuan Lu
PublisherSPIE
ISBN (Electronic)9781510686816
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
Event6th International Conference on Optoelectronic Science and Materials, ICOSM 2024 - Hefei, China
Duration: 6 Sep 20248 Sep 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume13446
ISSN (Print)0277-786X
ISSN (Electronic)1996-756X

Conference

Conference6th International Conference on Optoelectronic Science and Materials, ICOSM 2024
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHefei
Period6/09/248/09/24

Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • Composite materials
  • Continuous fiber
  • On-orbit manufacturing
  • Printing parameters
  • Satellite antennas

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