BTDAE

Successful Thermal Vacuum Test of BTDAE

The BTDAE unit has successfully completed an extensive thermal vacuum campaign, simulating harsh space conditions from -150 °C to +55 °C. Over four weeks, the system underwent multiple thermal cycles, stabilization phases, and precise data collection to build a mathematical thermal model. The tests verified that the unit’s thermal management system maintains stable operation under extreme space conditions, ensuring reliable performance in orbit. Conducted entirely in high vacuum, the campaign validates the robustness of the design for future missions.

BTDAE undergoing thermal vacuum test (Credit: vH&S)
BTDAE undergoing thermal vacuum test (Credit: vH&S)