Finite Element Modeling of a Mesh Composite Coupling Section of a Spacecraft

Abstract

A design for a coupling section (adapter) of a spacecraft, consisting of two mesh composite conical shells and a three-layer carrier panel, designed to accommodate three spacecraft, is proposed. A finite element model of the adapter was developed and a generating program was created. An analysis of influence of parameters of a three-layer panel and parameters of the mesh structure of the shells on the main frequency of transverse vibrations is carried out. A set of parameters providing the specified oscillation frequency is computed.