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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStructure and oxidizer tank:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The structure team evaluates different design approaches for several lightweight rocket structure elements. One of the most challenging parts is the oxidizer tank, which is planned to consist almost entirely of composite materials. Several design and manufacturing approaches are investigated, including designs without the use of an aluminum liner. This is challenging since nitrous oxide usually causes problems in a hydrocarbon-based environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Engine:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The propulsion team has already started fuel evaluation tests back in fall 2019 and has built a completely new engine called HyFIVE-1 in order to continue these tests. The first test was scheduled for March 2020 but was canceled due to the corona virus. Currently, the team is working on the design of the demonstrator flight engine, which will use a carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) combustion chamber hull in order to reduce weight. First design studies for the larger HyLIGHT engine are currently in progress as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fluid System:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In the last weeks and months, the fluid system team has developed a simulation model for the self-pressurizing behavior of nitrous oxide inside the tank. This is crucial in order to determine the required tank size and resulting engine performance. Also, three design studies for every valve were carried out, emergency and relief valve prototypes are currently being manufactured. For the main valve, a pyro charged slider valve is considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recovery:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Since the rocket shall be required entirely, the rocket will be equipped with a two-stage parachute recovery system. The recovery team has carried out different concepts and decided that the following mechanism will be used. First, the drogue will be ejected with a motar placed between the oxidizer tank and engine. The main deployment mechanism is located near the top of the rocket. It includes the main chute and a pilot chute. The drogue and pilot chute are deployed using pyrotechnical charges. First tests to verify drag coefficients and shock loads for the demonstrator rocket were already done in October 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avionics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Avionics team is currently focused on developing the individual systems. Choosing the right components to implement in the design is crucial to keep the systems as compact and space efficient as possible. For each systems a schematic containing all the used components as well as the connections in between them are designed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ground Support Equipment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Members of the ground support equipment team are working on a custom launch rail for the demonstrator rocket. For N2<\/sub>ORTH, the MRL in Esrange will be used. Also, different concepts for the arm mechanism (responsible for fueling the rocket) were carried out and it was decided to use a rotating arm. Tasks also include the development of an antenna tracking platform, which will enable a life video feed during flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hyend.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/92830115_2562639050618808_2058654820851515392_n.png\")
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