Heat Pipes
Passive thermal transport devices that efficiently move heat from hot components to radiators.
Part of: Thermal Control
3 stages
Risks (2)
Heat pipe fluid toxicity
LowWorking fluids in satellite heat pipes (often ammonia or acetone) are toxic and pose risks during manufacturing and in the event of leakage.
1 obligationUncontrolled re-entry debris
HighSatellite components surviving atmospheric re-entry may impact populated areas, posing risks to human safety and causing ground contamination.
3 obligations1 opportunityNo risks match the current filters.