Nano Release Nut (nD3RN)

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Overview

Space-proven, easy-to-use release actuator for compact space mechanisms.
The Dcubed Nano Release Nut (nD3RN), available in Stainless Steel or Aluminum, is a Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) based release actuator which secures sensitive equipment during launch and safely releases it on orbit. It is one of the smallest, yet powerful HDRM solutions on the market. Moreover, it is easily resettable, easy-to-use and readily available as a COTS part.


Check out how to trigger and easily reset the Dcubed Nano Release Nut nD3RN here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEi9Ph48554


Key Features
On-Ground and In-Space Resettable in Seconds, up to 100 times
Short Delivery Time (6-8 weeks)
Fully Redundant Actuation
Space Heritage (TRL 9)
Smart SMA Trigger
Ultra Low Shock
Axial Load (Release Load) 250-380 N
Proof Load: 500 N Pull-out, 1500 N Shear
Body Size: 17 x 17 x 17 mm
Mass: 12 grams (Aluminum-Titanium) or 25 grams (Stainless Steel)
Temperatures: -65°C to +75°C
Customizable Interfaces


Export Control
The Dcubed Nano Release Nut (nD3RN) is ITAR Free.

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Overview

Name
Nano Release Nut (nD3RN)
Vendor
DCUBED
Component Type
Mechanism
Form Factor
All
Heritage
Yes
Average Lead Time
1 month

Vendor Details

Name
DCUBED
Founded
2019
Summary
Dcubed is a NewSpace company located in Germany and the United States. Dcubed accelerates space exploration by developing and manufacturing user-friendly, durable, and affordable Release Actuators and Solar Arrays for a wide range of space applications. Dcubed’s space-proven Launch Locks and Release Actuators (Pin Pullers and Release Nuts) are readily available (lead times of only a few weeks), easy to use, and field-resettable of up to a few hundred times. Furthermore, Dcubed’s space-proven Solar Arrays, tackle the needs of global space customers, namely maximizing performance in space, while efficiently stowing in a standardized volume for launch. Dcubed develops body-mounted, deployable and rollable Solar Arrays to cover an array of power requirements. Partner with Dcubed and let’s do Big Things in Space!

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Specifications

Component Type
Mechanism
Form Factor
All
Vendor
DCUBED
Dry Mass
0.012 kg
Average Power
N/A
Heritage
Yes
Status
In Production
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