9–11 Sept 2025
ESA/ESTEC
Europe/Amsterdam timezone

Thermo-Elastic Antenna Depointing Analysis Workflow

10 Sept 2025, 09:00
30m
Newton

Newton

mapping of thermal results to mechanical models and guidelines for thermo-elastic (for thermal part) Thermo Elastic

Speaker

Nayli Hayi-Slayman (Maya HTT)

Description

This paper outlines a detailed workflow for calculating the depointing of an antenna due to thermos-elastic effects. The process starts with a thermal analysis to determine the temperature distribution across the antenna structure in orbit. These temperature data are then mapped onto a structural model. Accurate mapping results are ensured through mesh visualization and mapping constraints. Following this, a thermo-elastic distortion case is conducted. The antenna depointing is assessed using the displacement of a coordinate system and the displacement compared to the undistorted antenna reflector. We will discuss how this workflow allows for precise evaluation of thermal-induced distortions, and potential avenues for automation.

Authors

Jean-Frederic Ruel (Maya HTT) Joel Gagnon (Maya HTT)

Co-authors

Dr Florian Sanchez (Product Owner) Nayli Hayi-Slayman (Maya HTT)

Presentation materials