Space

Actuators in the Space industry

Space Rated Motion & Actuation Solutions

We supply low risk, fast delivery commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components and fully engineered systems that are space certified and TRL9 flight-proven. Solutions can be provided as individual parts, tailored sub-assemblies or complete custom-designed assemblies to meet your mission requirements.

Motion Control Components & Sub-Systems

Roller Screws:

• Space-rated roller screws
• Multiple configurations and options for load, efficiency and life optimisation

Frameless Motors:

• Space rated frameless motors with zero cogging and low torque
• BLDC motor options
• Full integration support from the Olsen engineering team

Rotary Encoders:

• Space rated capacitive encoders for high reliability in extreme environments
• Compact and easy to install design with excellent vibration and shock tolerance

Drives & Power Electronics:

• Space qualified motor drives and power management electronics
• Software and control systems support available

Example Applications

• Spaceplanes: Primary and secondary flight control actuation
• Launch Vehicles: Thrust vector control and airbrake actuation
• Satellites: SADA mechanisms, deployment systems and tracking gimbals
• Antenna & Sensor Systems: RF, IR, laser and camera gimbals
• Mobile & Planetary Robots: Wheels, winches, boom arms and hatches
• In-Space Robotics & Manufacturing: Multi-axis robotic arms and manipulation systems
• Small Modular Reactors (SMRs): Fuel rod actuation systems
• Lunar Landers: Landing gear deployment and hatch mechanisms
• Precision Pointing: Laser, optical and high-accuracy antenna positioning
• Reaction Wheels: Motors and drive electronics
• Simulation & Training: Actuation for simulators systems
• Test Systems: Load test rigs, vibration, shock and EMC pre-compliance setups with full project management