Improving Mechanical Designs for Extreme Space Conditions with Artificial Intelligence

The space environment presents numerous challenges that significantly impact the performance, reliability, and lifespan of equipment. These challenges include extreme temperature variations, ionizing radiation, vacuum conditions, and intense vibrations during launch. Effective mechanical design in this demanding domain must balance low weight, high strength, and resistance to harsh environmental factors. This paper delves into advanced strategies to enhance the mechanical design of space systems, focusing on cutting-edge solutions such as smart materials, advanced numerical simulations, additive manufacturing technologies like ۳D printing, and AI-driven predictive and optimization tools. Smart materials offer adaptability to changing conditions, while ۳D printing enables lightweight and complex geometries. Numerical simulations provide insights into stress, deformation, and environmental impacts, enhancing design accuracy. AI further optimizes designs, predicts failures, and minimizes errors, playing a pivotal role in improving performance and reliability. By reviewing scientific advancements and presenting case studies, this research outlines a comprehensive framework for advanced mechanical design, aiming to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and ensure higher mission reliability in the space sector.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) , Mechanical Design , Materials , Simulation , Space