• Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
Semiconductor for You
  • Home
  • News
  • Technology
    • Automotive
    • Consumer Electronics
    • IoT
    • Lighting
    • Power Management
    • Wireless
    • Personal Electronics
    • Hardware & Software
    • Research
    • Medical Electronics
    • Embedded Design
    • Aerospace & Defence
    • Artificial Intelligence
  • DIY Projects
  • Market
  • Industries
    • Renesas Electronics
  • Knowledge Base
  • Events
  • Tools
    • Resistor Color Code Calculator
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Technology
    • Automotive
    • Consumer Electronics
    • IoT
    • Lighting
    • Power Management
    • Wireless
    • Personal Electronics
    • Hardware & Software
    • Research
    • Medical Electronics
    • Embedded Design
    • Aerospace & Defence
    • Artificial Intelligence
  • DIY Projects
  • Market
  • Industries
    • Renesas Electronics
  • Knowledge Base
  • Events
  • Tools
    • Resistor Color Code Calculator
No Result
View All Result
Semiconductor for You
No Result
View All Result
Home Articles Technology Research

Nano Dimension’s First Ever Additively Manufactured Electronic Monolithic RF Communications Circuit Has Been Sent to ISS Flight Studies

Semiconductor For You by Semiconductor For You
March 17, 2021
in Research
0
  • Collaboration with L3Harris Technologies, a leading technology innovator that solves mission-critical challenges.
  • Nano Dimension and L3Harris have created innovative methods for additive manufacturing of monolithically integrated RF systems.
  • AME fabrication process was optimized to design and manufacture a single RF communications board for flight studies aboard the ISS.

Sunrise, Florida, March 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nano Dimension Ltd. (Nasdaq: NNDM), an industry leading Additively Manufactured Electronics (AME)/PE (Printed Electronics) provider, announced today that the first ever integrated RF circuit fabricated by Nano Dimension and designed and integrated by L3Harris, has been flown to the International Space Station (ISS). This project, two years in the making, was selected by the ISS U.S. National Laboratory for space effects studies. The project will provide a systematic analysis of an additively manufactured single board for radio frequency (RF) space systems, especially for nanosatellites, and will communicate with a ground-based satellite tracking system at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, Florida. The primary purpose of the project is to demonstrate the viability of using new technologies, such as multi-level/multi-material AMEs, which use 3D inkjet printer-based technologies to produce monolithic RF communication systems for use in space.

This project, part of the MISSE Flight Facility, is the first systematic experiment by L3Harris and Nano Dimension aiming to analyze the RF properties of additively manufactured High-Performance Electronic Devices (Hi-PEDs™) in a space environment.

L3Harris is a leader in the development of RF circuits for satellites and communications systems. In recent years, research to develop these circuits and systems used for conveying information such as data, video, and voice across long distances has focused on improving mobility and performance.

Nano Dimension fabricated the single RF board using its proprietary additively manufactured electronics process in the DragonFly LDM® system. The board includes the antenna, the electronic traces for mounting all the functional components, and the signal ground plane. The fabricated communications device was designed by L3Harris to operate at 2.4Ghz and to be integrated into the MISSE module and launch. This device will be tested at three program points: pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight. In this first-of-its-kind space flight experiment, the hardware will fly in the low Earth orbit (LEO) environment for six months on the ISS, which will provide scientists with a better understanding of how AME technology endures in various space environments. Low Earth orbit, a region some 1,200 miles (2,000 km) above the planet, is home to the ISS, as well as a large number of communications satellites, all of which utilize RF communications systems. The possibility of using AME technology for these RF systems had arisen in the past, as it offers several advantages, including the ability to produce low weight, high performance electronic devices, rapid development time, and the ability to fabricate complex shapes and systems that traditional manufacturing cannot.

Dr. Arthur Paolella, senior scientist for the Space and Airborne Systems segment of L3Harris, commented, “Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, is playing a critical role in advancing the development and applications of small and nano satellites and the overall LEO economy. The applications of 3D printing are broad, touching almost every aspect of research, design, and manufacturing. The major objective of this project is to fly an experiment consisting of an integrated communications circuit fabricated by additive manufacturing and analyze the RF properties of those materials in a space environment. The communications system now on the ISS went through extensive testing in order to prepare it for the mission. Nano Dimension’s contribution to this project was extremely important, as their additively manufactured capability is technologically advanced and superior to existing technologies.”

“This project has been a significant opportunity to qualify our additive manufacturing technology for space applications by fabricating a fully integrated communications board enabled by the multi -material and multi-layer technology of our DragonFly LDM® system,” said Dr. Jaim Nulman, Nano Dimension’s Chief Technology Officer. “The collaboration with L3Harris has increased the technological readiness of our system towards the TR-9 level, which is the highest technology readiness level that indicates the capability for volume deployment in a LEO environment,” added Dr. Nulman.

Tags: Printed Circuits
Previous Post

X-FAB Enters into Collaboration with IHP to Progress SiGe BiCMOS Technology

Next Post

Conductor, Semiconductor and Insulator

Semiconductor For You

Semiconductor For You

Next Post
Conductor, Semiconductor and Insulator

Conductor, Semiconductor and Insulator

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Interview

Semiconductor Counterfeiting
Interview

Semiconductor Counterfeiting

March 5, 2021
Philipp von Schierstaedt, Senior Vice President RF & Sensors, Infineon Technologies AG
Interview

We see a development towards 3D ToF image sensors as a standard for high-end smartphones

November 19, 2020
  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
Effect of temperature on diode characteristics

Effect of temperature on diode characteristics

August 19, 2017
Negative feedback amplifier

Advantages and disadvantages of negative feedback amplifier

August 1, 2017
What are the advantages and disadvantages of semiconductor diode over vaccum tubes?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of semiconductor diode over vaccum tubes?

June 15, 2017

What are the advantages and disadvantages of SCR?

July 3, 2017
Kick-off: Rutronik and Elmos launch partnership

Kick-off: Rutronik and Elmos launch partnership

0
Raytheon to retrofit GaN modules

Raytheon wins MDA contract modification to transition AN/TPY-2 radar production from GaAs to GaN

0

STMicroelectronics’ Semiconductor Chips Contribute to Connected Toothbrush from Oral-B That Sees What You Don’t

0

The global semiconductor laser market size is expected to reach USD 9.52 billion by 2024

0
Kick-off: Rutronik and Elmos launch partnership

Kick-off: Rutronik and Elmos launch partnership

April 15, 2021
SEGGER J-Link now supports CMSIS-DAP: One Probe Fits All

SEGGER J-Link now supports CMSIS-DAP: One Probe Fits All

April 15, 2021
32bit D/A Converter IC for Hi-Fi Audio Equipment

32bit D/A Converter IC for Hi-Fi Audio Equipment

April 15, 2021
Qualcomm Announces Successful Data Calls Using 5G mmWave and Sub-6 GHz Aggregation

InnovationLab wins ‘best prototype / new product’ at global OE-A awards

April 15, 2021

Popular Stories

  • Effect of temperature on diode characteristics

    Effect of temperature on diode characteristics

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Advantages and disadvantages of negative feedback amplifier

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of semiconductor diode over vaccum tubes?

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of SCR?

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Advantages and disadvantages of integrated circuit (IC)

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
Semiconductor for You

Semiconductor For You is a resource hub for electronics engineers and industrialist. With its blend of
technology features, news and new product information, Semiconductor For You keeps designers and
managers up to date with the fastest moving industry in the world.

Follow Us

Recent News

Kick-off: Rutronik and Elmos launch partnership

Kick-off: Rutronik and Elmos launch partnership

April 15, 2021
SEGGER J-Link now supports CMSIS-DAP: One Probe Fits All

SEGGER J-Link now supports CMSIS-DAP: One Probe Fits All

April 15, 2021
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact

© 2020 Semiconductor For You

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Technology
    • IoT
    • Wireless
    • Power Management
    • Automotive
    • Hardware & Software
  • Market
  • Knowledge Base
  • Tools
    • Resistor Color Code Calculator

© 2020 Semiconductor For You

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.

CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

Functional

Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.

Performance

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

Analytics

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

Advertisement

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.

Others

Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.

SAVE & ACCEPT