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CASE STUDY

Sub Orbital
Rocket Launcher

Client: SAXA VORD SPACE CENTRE Location: SHETLAND Sector: CONSULTING Scope: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING & DESIGN

We designed a sub orbital launch system to support Saxa Vord spaceport ambitions of launching sub orbital rockets from their spaceport on Unst, Shetland Islands.

This project required structural engineering and design work, including specifications for hydraulics, controls.

The structure was designed to tightly controlled tolerances and parameters to ensure launch accuracy.

The project was delivered within a tight timescale to support the clients ambitious launch schedule.     

SCOPE OF WORK
  • DETAILED REVIEW OF DESIGN SPECIFICATION
  • BEAM SELECTION, DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
  • STRUCTURE AND SLEW DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
  • HYDRAULIC & CONTROLS SPECIFICATION AND DESIGN
  • DETAILED COSTINGS FOR MANUFACTURE AND COMMISSIONING