3d‑printed vapor‑phase polymer composite
Space Science and Tech Cuts CubeSat Cost By 25%?
Yes, a student-built CubeSat can reduce its launch mass by 25% simply by switching to a new 3D-printed polymer composite, cutting overall mission cost dramatically. The breakthrough comes from Tennessee Tech’s vapor-phase polymer and the USSRA certification that moves the design from lab to launch. 25% weight savings translates