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Considerations for Eco-LeanSat Satellite Manufacturing and Recycling

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  • Jeimmy Nataly Buitrago-Leiva

    (CommSensLab-UPC, Department of Signal Theory and Communications, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 08034 Barcelona, Spain)

  • Adriano Camps

    (CommSensLab-UPC, Department of Signal Theory and Communications, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
    Institut d’Estudis Espacials de Catalunya IEEC, Parc Mediterrani de la Tecnologia (PMT) Campus del Baix Llobregat, UPC, 08860 Castelldefels, Spain
    College of Engineering, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates)

  • Alvaro Moncada Niño

    (School of Business, Colegio de Estudios Superiores de Administración—CESA, Bogotá 110311, Colombia)

Abstract

This research aims to contribute to the development of the Eco-LeanSat concept by focusing on a sustainable approach to satellite manufacturing and the repurposing of remaining satellite capabilities after failure. Despite satellites no longer being suitable for their original purposes, these remaining capabilities can find new applications. The study begins by identifying relevant innovative eco-design applications. Subsequently, it examines sustainability within the satellite lifecycle supply chain, categorizing it into four methods: (1) active debris removal, (2) transport logistics, (3) mission extension, and (4) repair and construction. Aligned with emerging trends in space activities, the study also considers future developments to maximize satellites’ potential to provide new services. Additionally, the research includes a description of a potential lean manufacturing process that encompasses logistic chains to support the development of a more sustainable space economy. Finally, the study concludes with a technological survey tracing the evolution of the development of the SmallSat and CubeSat platforms that identifies relevant innovative designs for a sustainable space environment.

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  • Jeimmy Nataly Buitrago-Leiva & Adriano Camps & Alvaro Moncada Niño, 2024. "Considerations for Eco-LeanSat Satellite Manufacturing and Recycling," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(12), pages 1-40, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:16:y:2024:i:12:p:4933-:d:1411474
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