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Biomimetic Design for Space Applications

A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 November 2023) | Viewed by 2521

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Zhenbang Xu

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Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics and Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, China
Interests: space bio-inspired robot; multi-dimensional precision adjustment mechanism; space structure dynamics, and microvibration control
Dr. Huayang Sai

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Guest Editor Assistant
Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics and Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, China
Interests: medical robotics; robot dynamics; bio-inspired micro-robotics

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Biomimetic design involves studying natural systems and mimicking their design principles to develop new solutions for human challenges. In the context of space applications, bionic design is being applied to various areas, such as space grappling, high-performance materials, additive manufacturing, structural optimization, and in-orbit services technologies. Bionic design principles are being used to develop innovative space grappling systems that can dock and assemble spacecraft in space. Bionic-inspired high-performance materials are being developed for spacecraft components, such as heat shields and radiation shields, that can withstand extreme environments. Bionic design is also being applied to additive manufacturing and structural optimization techniques to develop lightweight and efficient spacecraft structures. In-orbit service technologies are also benefiting from bionic design principles, as they enable more efficient and adaptable servicing and maintenance of spacecraft. 

The Special Issue invites original research articles, reviews, and perspectives covering various aspects of biomimetic design for space applications, such as biomimetic materials and structures, sensors and control systems, propulsion systems, bio-inspired robots and rovers, and nature-inspired exploration. The Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the potential of biomimetic design in space technology and highlight the importance of studying natural systems to develop innovative solutions for the challenges of space exploration.

Prof. Dr. Zhenbang Xu
Guest Editor

Dr. Huayang Sai
Guest Editor Assistant

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Biomimetics is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2200 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • biomimetics
  • robotics
  • mechatronics
  • space engineering
  • space structure dynamics
  • in-orbit services

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Modeling and Analysis of Bio-Inspired, Reconfigurable, Piezo-Driven Vibration Isolator for Spacecraft
by Yubo Zhang, Lintao Wang, Lin Li, Xiaoming Wang and Shuai He
Biomimetics 2024, 9(1), 29; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics9010029 - 4 Jan 2024
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The positioning accuracy of spacecraft in orbit is easily affected by low-frequency micro-vibrations of the environment and internal disturbances caused by the payload. Inspired by the neck structure of birds, this study devised a piezo-driven active vibration isolation unit with high stiffness. First, [...] Read more.
The positioning accuracy of spacecraft in orbit is easily affected by low-frequency micro-vibrations of the environment and internal disturbances caused by the payload. Inspired by the neck structure of birds, this study devised a piezo-driven active vibration isolation unit with high stiffness. First, a dynamic model and two-sensor feedback control method for the isolation unit were developed, and the isolation mechanism and anti-disturbance characteristics were analyzed. Further, the stability of the closed-loop was verified. Simulation models of serial and parallel systems based on the proposed vibration isolation unit were implemented to demonstrate its feasibility. The results indicate that the proposed isolation units can provide excellent low-frequency vibration isolation performance and inertial stability and that they can effectively resist the internal disturbance of the payload. Moreover, its performance can be further improved via serial or parallel reconfiguration that facilitates its adaptation to the varied isolation requirements of spacecraft. Full article
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Design and Dynamic Control: A Free-Flying Space Robot Inspired by Water Striders
by Huayang Sai, Chengkai Xia, Zhenbang Xu and Hang Li
Biomimetics 2023, 8(5), 437; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics8050437 - 19 Sep 2023
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This work designed a free-flying space robot (FFSR) that simulates the on-orbit assembly of large space telescopes, drawing inspiration from the flexible movement of water striders on water surfaces. Initially, we developed the system structure of the robot, including the corresponding air-floating ground [...] Read more.
This work designed a free-flying space robot (FFSR) that simulates the on-orbit assembly of large space telescopes, drawing inspiration from the flexible movement of water striders on water surfaces. Initially, we developed the system structure of the robot, including the corresponding air-floating ground simulation system. This system enables floating movement of the robot in a gravity-free environment through the utilization of planar air bearings. Subsequently, we established the kinematics and dynamics models for the FFSR. Following that, we propose a novel adaptive boundary layer fuzzy sliding mode control (ABLFSMC) method to achieve trajectory tracking control of the FFSR. The virtual angle and angular velocity are formulated to serve as references for the angle and angular velocity in the body coordinate system. Furthermore, a fuzzy logic system is employed to minimize the chattering effect of the sliding mode control. The global stability of the proposed controller is guaranteed through the Lyapunov stability theory. Finally, we validate the effectiveness of the proposed control method as well as the high trajectory tracking accuracy of the developed FFSR through simulation and experimental results, respectively. Overall, our findings present a crucial experimental platform and development opportunity for the ground-based validation of technologies concerning the on-orbit assembly of large space telescopes. Full article
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