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Liebherr-Aerospace - First Steps into Space
Developing Thermal Management Capabilities for Satellites
By partnering with European space manufacturer Thales Alenia Space and the Centre National d'Études Spatiales (CNES), Liebherr is entering a new market. Liebherr-Aerospace, with decades of experience in the aerospace industry, is now developing thermal management capabilities for Mechanically Pumped Loop (MPL) cooling systems used for satellites.
Based in Toulouse, France, Liebherr-Aerospace Toulouse SAS and Thales Alenia Space - a joint venture between Thales (67%), Leonardo (33%), and CNES - are working together to develop industrial production and co-design capabilities for evaporators and condensers. These critical components play a key role in the payload and platform cooling system of next-generation telecommunications satellites, efficiently dissipating heat generated by onboard electronics.
Producing evaporators and condensers for the MPL cooling system presents a significant challenge, as the MPL must function in space for at least 15 years without maintenance. This requires the components to be completely leak-proof, highly reliable, and durable to ensure flawless operation. The telecommunications satellite market increasingly demands high-quality components at reduced costs. To meet these new standards, Liebherr-Aerospace’s French center is developing innovative industrial manufacturing processes for evaporators and condensers.
Cooling Telecommunications Satellite Payloads in a Rapidly Growing Market
With the support of modern technologies, Thales Alenia Space has developed a diverse range of products. However, cooling high-performance digital telecommunications electronics has become increasingly complex due to the need for more compact installations to meet market demands. To address these challenges, Thales Alenia Space continues to drive innovation and form new partnerships in this rapidly evolving industry.
About Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation
Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS is one of eleven divisional control companies within the Liebherr Group, overseeing all aerospace and transportation system activities.
Liebherr-Aerospace is a leading supplier of systems to the aviation industry, with over six decades of experience. Its portfolio includes flight control and actuation systems, gearboxes, and air management systems, developed for both civil and military aircraft, as well as helicopters.
The Aerospace and Transportation Systems division employs approximately 6,200 people and operates four aviation equipment manufacturing plants in Lindenberg (Germany), Toulouse (France), Guaratinguetá (Brazil), and Nizhny Novgorod (Russia). Additionally, the company provides extended services through centers in Saline (Michigan, USA), Seattle (Washington, USA), Montreal (Canada), Hamburg (Germany), Moscow (Russia), Dubai (UAE), Bangalore (India), Singapore, and Shanghai (China).
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