The launching of satellites into space creates the ultimate performance challenge for composite materials. In addition to the crucial weight savings, the materials also have to withstand extreme temperature fluctuations. The performance requirements can be accommodated by the wide range of matrix systems, structural adhesives and weight saving honeycomb cores available from Hexcel.
 
With a dedicated worldwide customer service and technical support network, Hexcel is adept at assisting customers with material selection and processing. 




 
1 Fairings: Carbon prepregs. Aluminium honeycomb and adhesives.
2 External Payload Carrier Assembly (SPELTRA): Carbon prepregs, aluminium honeycombs and adhesives.
3 EPS Ring: Epoxy/carbon prepreg or RTM.
4 Front Skirt: Carbon prepreg.
5 Booster Capotage: Epoxy glass/non-metallic honeycomb.
6 Yoke: Epoxy carbon filament winding. 
7 Heat Shield: Carbon prepreg/high temperature resistant glass fabric.