Ofertes treballs fi d'estudis

Títol: Structural Design and Integration of the Plugim Electrospray Thruster Skeleton Framework

Director/a: Rodriguez Donaire, Silvia

Email del professor/a: silvia.rodriguez-donaire@upc.edu

Departament del professor/a: 732-OE

Codirector/a: Garcia Almiñana, Daniel

Email del codirector/a: daniel.garcia@upc.edu

Departament del professor/a: 758-EPC

• 2010 - GRAU EN ENGINYERIA EN TECNOLOGIES AEROESPACIALS
• 2010 - GRAU EN ENGINYERIA EN VEHICLES AEROESPACIALS

Identificador de l'oferta: 205-06175

Modalitat: Universitat

Possibilitat de beca/finançament: No

Idioma d'elaboració del treball: Anglès

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Descripció:

This project focuses on the first design iteration of the Plugim skeleton. A preliminary prototype will be designed and manufactured using additive manufacturing techniques at Xiroi’s in-house facilities. The goal is to create a functional, testable structure that allows for system integration, alignment validation, and basic mechanical testing. In parallel, the student will be tasked with evaluating and recommending appropriate shapes and materials for a future, flight-ready version of the skeleton, considering the structural, thermal, and environmental requirements of space deployment. The project is done in collaboration with Xiroi, a young aerospace start-up committed to the development of next-generation electric propulsion systems for space applications. Its primary focus is on electrospray scalable thrusters suitable for both nanosatellites and future large orbital infrastructures.

Objectius:

1 - Design an integrated structural skeleton capable of housing and supporting all Plugim subsystems in a compact configuration. 2 - Manufacture prototypes using additive manufacturing techniques at Xiroi’s lab. 3 - Validate the physical integration of components and analyse key structural features. 4 - Propose a detailed design for a future iteration using advanced materials and space-grade structural considerations.

Tasques a realitzar / Característiques:

1 - Define all mechanical requirements, including subsystem mounting points, volume constraints, and interface geometries. 2 - Design a 3D CAD model of the prototype skeleton optimised for additive manufacturing. 3 - Manufacture the structure using Xiroi’s in-house 3D printing resources. 4 - Assemble available Plugim subsystems to verify fit, alignment, and accessibility. 5 - Analyse the structure’s limitations and performance based on its prototype behaviour. 6 - Research aerospace-grade materials and structural design principles for space-qualified components. 7 - Deliver a conceptual design and material selection report for a second-generation, flight-ready skeleton.

Tema: ENGINYERIA AERONÀUTICA

Tipus: Estudi

Càrrega de treball:

300 h GRETA - 600 h GREVA

Temàtica ambiental: No

Confidencial (informatiu): Si

Ambit de cooperació: No

Publicació: 23/06/2025

Caducitat: 19/06/2027