About HERMES
HERMES is ARIS's first-ever bi-liquid rocketry project, aiming to design, build, and launch a cutting-edge launch vehicle. This ambitious endeavor is supported by the development of a fully student-researched-and-developed (SRAD) EthaLOx engine and advanced engineering systems.
Semester Project/Bachelor Thesis: Payload Design for HERMES I
The Payload Design for HERMES I project is meant to be handled by a single master's student or a small group of bachelor students as part of their studies and is a unique opportunity to develop the scientific payload for ARIS's first bi-liquid rocket.
This payload will take the form of a 3U CubeSat integrated within the nosecone of the rocket. The payload must be entirely self-contained, with power autonomy, and meet the weight requirement of <2kg, ensuring alignment with EuRoC standards.
The Project
Your role will involve:
* Designing a lightweight, functional 3U CubeSat that operates autonomously within the defined volume, mass constraints and imposed requirements by the HERMES System Engineers.
* Ensuring the payload's electrical power system is fully self-sustaining, with no external connections to the rocket's power or data systems.
* Collaborating with the Structures Subsystem team to develop robust structutal interfaces for secure integration within the nosecone.
* Developing payload functionalities that demonstrate innovation, practicality, or scientific value, aligning with EuRoC guidelines.
* Conducting structural, thermal, and electrical analyses to ensure payload reliability under launch conditions.
* Preparing detailed documentation and design reviews to present progress at key project milestones, including a payload PDR, CDR and be part of the HERMES FRR.
You will be responsible for finding a suitable supervising professor or advisor for your project. The HERMES Management Team will assist you in identifying potential supervisors and facilitating connections with relevant faculty.
What You Should Bring
* Background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Physics.
* Interest in payload design, autonomous systems, and space systems engineering.
* Familiarity with CAD tools for structural design and simulation.
* Basic knowledge of electrical systems and power autonomy design.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.