Advanced Manufacturing, Assembly, and Testing Technologies for Spacecraft
A special issue of Aerospace (ISSN 2226-4310). This special issue belongs to the section "Astronautics & Space Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 36
Special Issue Editor
Interests: intelligent assembly and testing; advanced spacecraft and ground testing; advanced manufacturing
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Dear Colleagues,
The increasing complexity of spacecraft systems and the demand for high-precision, high-reliability manufacturing have highlighted the need for advanced manufacturing, assembly and testing technologies. Spacecraft undergo a complex lifecycle, including ground-based manufacturing, structural assembly, performance testing, fault detection, and increasingly, in-orbit assembly and in-space manufacturing. Each phase is crucial to ensuring mission success and system reliability.
To meet these demands, a variety of intelligent technologies are being developed and integrated throughout the spacecraft manufacturing chain. These include intelligent spacecraft assembly, flexible grasping and fixture design, automated sealant and adhesive dispensing, and precision measurement and inspection technologies that enhance accuracy and repeatability. Moreover, ground-based simulation systems, such as micro-/low-gravity environment simulation systems, have become essential tools for validating spacecraft performance. Additionally, advanced fault detection and diagnosis technologies ensure robust performance during ground tests and in-orbit operation, improving the overall resilience of space systems.
This Special Issue of Aerospace aims to present the latest advances in advanced manufacturing, assembly, and testing technologies, providing a platform for researchers and engineers to exchange insights on theory, methodology, and practical application. Submissions from academia, research institutes, and industry are welcome, including original research, review articles, and engineering applications.
Finally, I would like to thank Desong Du and Rui Zhou for their valuable work in assisting me with this Special Issue.
Dr. Yanfang Liu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- additive manufacturing in aerospace
- intelligent spacecraft assembly
- flexible grasping and fixture design
- automated sealant and adhesive dispensing
- precision measurement and inspection technologies
- micro-low-gravity environment simulation technology
- fault detection and diagnosis technology
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