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space-technology2 years ago

"Sierra Space Successfully Tests Inflatable Space Module with Controlled Burst"

Sierra Space successfully conducted a burst test on its 20-foot tall inflatable space station module, reaching a pressure point of 77 psi before it burst, exceeding NASA’s recommended level. The module, part of the company’s Large Integrated Flexible Environment (LIFE) system, is designed to host astronauts and science experiments in low Earth orbit. Sierra Space aims to contribute to the development of the Orbital Reef space station and prioritize orbital research with practical benefits for Earth, distinguishing itself from other space companies.

via Gizmodo|
#burst-test#commercial-space-station#low-earth-orbit
space-technology2 years ago

Sierra Space Successfully Tests Inflatable Space Habitat with Controlled Explosion

Sierra Space successfully conducted a "ultimate burst pressure" test on its inflatable space habitat, exceeding NASA's safety level by 27%. The test focused on the pressure shell made of expandable "softgoods," including Vectran straps, which are stronger than steel when inflated on-orbit. Sierra plans to deploy these modules as part of Orbital Reef, a private space station project with Blue Origin, and is conducting aggressive testing on other layers of the habitat this year.

via Yahoo News|
#burst-test#inflatable-habitat#private-space-industry
space-technology2 years ago

Sierra Space Successfully Tests Inflatable Space Station Module with Explosive Burst

Sierra Space conducted its first full-scale burst test on a space station module prototype, deliberately exploding it to prepare for future space missions, including the Orbital Reef space station project. The inflatable module, using soft goods technology, aims to replace the International Space Station after its retirement in 2030. Sierra Space plans to continue testing and develop larger versions, while NASA works to reduce potential gaps between stations and attract research to commercial space stations.

via Space.com|
#burst-test#inflatable-module#nasa
space-technology2 years ago

Sierra Space's Successful Inflatable Space Habitat Test Explosion

Sierra Space successfully conducted a "ultimate burst pressure" test on its inflatable space habitat, exceeding NASA's safety level by 27%. The test focused on the pressure shell made of expandable "softgoods" and demonstrated the module's potential for providing habitable space in low Earth orbit. Sierra plans to deploy these modules as part of the Orbital Reef project, a private space station being developed with Blue Origin, and is conducting aggressive testing on other layers of the habitat this year.

via TechCrunch|
#burst-test#inflatable-habitat#private-space-industry
space-technology2 years ago

"Sierra Space Successfully Tests Full-Scale Inflatable Module for Expandable Space Station"

Sierra Space has successfully conducted a burst test on a full-sized version of its Large Integrated Flexible Environment (LIFE) inflatable module, demonstrating that it exceeds NASA's safety requirements by bursting at a pressure of 77 psi, nearly 27% above the recommended level. The module is designed to fit within a five-meter payload fairing at launch and then inflate once in orbit, with plans for a larger version to fit into a seven-meter payload fairing. Sierra Space intends to use the module as part of the Orbital Reef commercial space station and has received an unfunded NASA Space Act Agreement to support its development. More tests, including work on the atmospheric barrier and flight hardware, are planned for this year.

via SpaceNews|
#burst-test#commercial-space-stations#inflatable-module
spaceflight2 years ago

Explosive Tests and Affordable Infrastructure: The Future of Inflatable Space Stations

Sierra Space, a Colorado company, conducted a burst test on an inflatable module design for the Orbital Reef space station. The test involved deliberately exploding the module, which included a metal plate, to test its limits. The module, called LIFE (Large Integrated Flexible Environment), showed a 33% margin over the certification standard for a full-scale module, marking a nearly 20% improvement over previous designs. Sierra aims to have the module ready by 2030 for the Orbital Reef space station led by Blue Origin. NASA is also laying the groundwork for future commercial space stations to replace the International Space Station, with plans for a two-year transition period.

via Space.com|
#burst-test#inflatable-module#international-space-station
space2 years ago

Inflatable Space Habitat Goes Boom in Testing: Watch the Explosive Video

Lockheed Martin conducted a successful burst test of its sub-scale inflatable space module, reaching a pressure of 253 psi before exploding. This test validates the results of a previous burst test and allows Lockheed to proceed with further development. The unexpected launching of the module's test stand demonstrated the energy the inflatable structure can contain. The inflatable habitat concept is being developed as part of NASA's NextSTEP program to enable prolonged human spaceflight beyond low Earth orbit. Inflatable habitats offer a lightweight and cost-effective solution for building large-scale structures in space. Lockheed will now move on to full-scale burst tests and incorporate other necessary components for operational capabilities.

via Space.com|
#burst-test#inflatable-space-habitat#lockheed-martin
space2 years ago

Inflatable Space Habitat Goes Boom in Testing: Watch the Explosive Video

Lockheed Martin successfully conducted a burst test of its sub-scale inflatable space module, reaching a pressure of 253 psi before it exploded. This test validates the results of a previous burst test and allows Lockheed to proceed with further development for their full-scale designs. The inflatable habitat concept is being developed as part of NASA's NextSTEP program to enable prolonged human spaceflight beyond low Earth orbit. Inflatable habitats offer a lightweight and cost-effective solution for building large-scale structures in space. Lockheed will now focus on validating the duration of the structure's operational capabilities and conducting full-scale burst tests.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#burst-test#inflatable-space-habitat#lockheed-martin