FibRaShield – Shielding humans and electronics from radiation in space

Radiation in space poses significant challenges for space missions. High-energy particles can damage electronic components and degrade materials, as well as increasing the risk of cancer for astronauts. Traditional solutions are costly and heavy.

FibRaShield’s innovative approach involves developing advanced materials using Fibrecoat technology, which coats metals onto fibres. These cutting-edge materials are designed to protect electronic components on satellites from harmful radiation, ensuring their durability and optimal performance. With effective thermal management and minimised radiation impact, FibRaShield is paving the way for more reliable, long-lasting satellite systems and advancing technology for the automotive, defence, medical and energy markets, as well as for future space missions.

Benefits:

• Up to 60% better protection for electronic components and astronauts compared to conventional aluminium shields.
• Up to 30% weight reduction, which could reduce launch costs by up to $228 million per year.
• Potential decrease in the number of spacecraft subsystems, leading to reduced complexity and faster testing and deployment.