CAE ANALYSIS OF CONTACTS OF FIRST SLOVAK SATELITE skCUBE

Abstract

The paper is focused on CAE analyses of connectors, which are ensuring the connection between solar panels and power system unit in first Slovak satellite skCUBE. The article briefly describes connection between two main electrical parts of skCUBE, possible failure of connectors and the main task of this text is to provide the solution of mechanical failure of this part by CAE analyses. The other aim of this contribution is to assess installer limits of connector SPRING FINGER 3.0 H for skCUBE installation. The last chapter deals with vibration analysis, which is based on real vibration tests in laboratory.