Components for aerospace engineering
In aerospace and related disciplines, such as space observation, component reliability and robustness are especially important. Our energy chains and cables represent 60 years of experience with high-performance polymers. That is why they are installed in aerospace applications all over the world. Areas of use include space telescopes and rocket launch pads. Thanks to our engineering team and with certified chainflex® cables, we also offer ready-to-connect complete systems that are tailored to meet your needs.
igus® bearing and guide technology products allow high load capacities to be achieved in harsh environments. Application examples include space exploration vehicles such as the Mars Rover and model and prototype construction in research & development.
igus® bearing and guide technology products allow high load capacities to be achieved in harsh environments. Application examples include space exploration vehicles such as the Mars Rover and model and prototype construction in research & development.
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Selected motion plastics for aerospace technology
Large energy chains
- e-chains® with high stability and rigidity for use with high loads
- Lightweight and easy to assemble
- Smooth, quiet operation
More about E4Q/R4Q
Closed energy chains
- Sealed, robust energy chains for protection against dust, chips and dirt
- Can be opened and filled quickly
- Quiet operation
More about e-tubes
Bus cable
- Fail-safe bus cables for movement
- Available for a number of well-known bus systems (Profibus, Ethernet, USB and others)
- 36-month guarantee
More about chainflex® bus cables
Fibre optic cables
- Fibre optic cables for many cycles and high speeds and accelerations
- Non-metallic and resistant to coolant and oil
- 36-month guarantee
More about chainflex® fibre optic cables
Plain bearings for high temperatures
- Temperature-resistant from -100°C to +250°C in continuous operation
- Fulfils FAA fire protection requirements for equipment and fittings inside aircraft
More about iglidur® X plain bearings
Rod end for high loads
- Suitable for temperatures from -40°C to +90°C in long-term use
- Resistant to corrosion and chemicals
- Maintenance-free dry operation
More about igubal® KCRM
Our products in practical use
3D printing in outer space
Transporting structural parts such as solar panels and satellite antennae to space is inefficient and expensive. The AIMIS-FYT team of students from Munich are working on ways of manufacturing such parts in space by means of 3D printing. To conduct experimental tests in zero gravity, the team built a special 3D printer. The drive technology uses drylin® SAW linear axes. They are lightweight and entirely maintenance-free.
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Innovative ejection mechanism in rockets
A 3D printed nut made of iglidur J260 tribofilament® and a tribo-tape polymer liner made of iglidur V400 are being used in an ejection mechanism for a rocket. The ejected object, or "free-falling unit" (FFU) records data about its orbital movement. The liner on the interior rocket wall ensures that the FFU does not tilt during ejection.
...and many further success stories
In this selection of more than 40 application examples, you can find out how our energy chains and bearing products are used in aviation and aerospace, where they fulfil different requirements. Here, it was necessary to overcome challenges such as high loads, extreme temperature differences, confined spaces or specifications requiring low weight.
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Areas of use
Energy supply systems for telescopes and antennas
For more than 20 years, telescope builders worldwide have used igus energy chains, cables and complete solutions. In elevation, azimuth and GIR, they provide reliable energy supply for many years.
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Product samples for aviation and aerospace
Hold them in your hands before purchase and get to know them: order the sample box with the most important products for all areas of aviation and aerospace. It contains a low-profile guide system, plain bearings and a ball bearing, liners for slewing ring bearings, a lead screw with nut, a bus cable, an e-chain and a brochure with information on typical applications.
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