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Shape Memory Alloy Tether System
The shape memory alloy reacts to changes in temperature by changing its initial shape into a predetermined (learnt) shape. This effect can be controlled by the system to perform a progressive envelopment of an intended target in a microgravity environment.
The system has no dependency on mechanical components. This avoids system complexity, reduces...
Published: 4/23/2024
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Inventor(s): David Vargas, Leonard Vance, Jekan Thangavelautham
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Devices & Instrumentation > Robotics
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Sequential Control of Electromagnets for CubeSat Docking Attitude Alignment
The technology is a new method of sequential control of electromagnets in the application of autonomous docking using two CubeSat (miniature satellites). This is done with the help of active illumination signals through LED lights that are installed on two different CubeSats which helps for target identification in both CubeSats.
Once the target identification...
Published: 4/23/2024
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Virupakshan Vilvanathan, Athip Thirupathi Raj, Leonard Vance, Eniko Enikov
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences
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A Robotic Space Station System for a Modular Surveying Telescope
This invention outlines a new robotic observation space station concept. It is assembled in space by docking standardized CubeSats with telescope payloads, forming a rotating truss-like structure that is suitable for full sky surveys. Station reconfiguration is incorporated into operations to respond to multi-mission requirements and follow-up observations.
The...
Published: 4/23/2024
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Inventor(s): Athip Thirupathi Raj, Adrien Bouskela, Jekan Thangavelautham, Sergey Shkarayev
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Devices & Instrumentation > Robotics
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Small Satellite Docking Adapter for Power Transfer and Structural Applications
The invention is a small satellite docking adapter that can be used to assemble larger spacecraft, large structures, and transfer resources such as power. The docking adapter can be used to mate two objects in space that would otherwise be at different angles or are spatially misaligned. The invention also includes a software for CubeSats called Adapter...
Published: 4/23/2024
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Athip Thirupathi Raj, Nicolas Gross
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Devices & Instrumentation
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Small Spacecraft & Small Robot Lighting System for Navigation, Identification and Communications
Spacecraft Optimized Lighting-communications Architecture for Robust Integrated Systems (SOLARIS) is a framework that utilizes advanced lighting and software to enhance communications, tracking, navigation, and security in small spacecraft and robotic systems such as rovers, CubeSats, and more. The framework outlines an entire system to integrate lighting...
Published: 4/23/2024
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Athip Thirupathi Raj, Jaret Rickel, Roshan Adhikari
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Communications & Networking, Technology Classifications > Imaging & Optics > Displays
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Reconfigurable Space Telescope for Long Duration Observations
This invention is a reconfigurable space telescope with the capabilities of a Schmidt Cassegrain telescope. The invention has deployable structures and mechanisms for optical reconfiguration and is able to switch the focal length of its primary optics, allowing for both wide field surveying and targeted observations for near earth observations and space...
Published: 4/23/2024
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Athip Thirupathi Raj, Adrien Bouskela, Sergey Shkarayev, Roshan Adhikari
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Devices & Instrumentation, Technology Classifications > Imaging & Optics > Displays
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Distributed Computer Processing Networks for Lunar Bases and Space Stations
This invention comprises systems and methods for a hyper-redundant distributed computing and communication network that can permeate base infrastructures and heal from local damage. Modular components are used to collect, process, store, and communicate information in a distributed fashion. The networks can make localized decisions independently and...
Published: 2/12/2024
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Jackson Qiu, Sivaperuman Muniyasamy
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Communications & Networking > Networking
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Advancing Utilization of Swarms for Sample Return and Multipoint Observation Using Inflatables
This technology is a system and method for an attachment to a mothership/craft or “bus” that uses space or ground-based inflatable structures to capture entire swarms of autonomous spacecraft, air, or unmanned aerial system (UAS) drones. A bell flower-like geometry is used for its ability to capture an incoming vehicle with randomized conditions...
Published: 2/12/2024
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Massimo Biella, Sivaperuman Muniyasamy, Leonard Vance, Athip Thirupathi Raj, Vivek Verma
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Devices & Instrumentation > Robotics, Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences
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Solar Hot Air Balloon Vent
This technology is a solar hot air balloon vent that allows for the release of heated air at the command of a computer or remote control. By controlling the release of heated air from within the balloon, the altitude of the balloon could be adjusted at will. This control of altitude then offers the possibility of directional control as winds tend to...
Published: 12/4/2023
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Michael Debbins, Tristan Schuler, Davis Goolsby, Joshua Crest
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering
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GateKeeper: In Space Debris Detection Technology
Popularly predicted by Donald Kessler, the Kessler Effect seems to be more of a descriptor of the current low-Earth orbit conditions rather than a prophetic warning. The idea is that there are going to be so many satellites and other debris in low-Earth orbit that collisions between objects may become inevitable. Because of the high density of space...
Published: 4/3/2023
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Inventor(s): Jekan Thangavelautham, Leonard Vance, Jose Moreno
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering & Physical Sciences > Aerospace Engineering
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