Satellite Manufacturing
The production and assembly phase where components are fabricated, integrated, and tested. Manufacturing processes involve hazardous materials, energy-intensive operations, and generate waste streams requiring careful management.
Risks (6)
Environmental degradation
HighBatteries are typically made of lithium cobalt oxide, lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide, or lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide which are limited natural resources
Hydrazine fuel leakage
HighLeakage of highly toxic hydrazine propellant during handling, fuelling, or in-orbit operations, posing severe health and environmental hazards.
1 obligation2 opportunitiesCanthode materials
MediumCathode material breakdown
Rare earth element supply chain risks
MediumDependence on limited sources of rare earth elements for electronics and solar cells creates supply vulnerability and drives environmentally destructive mining practices.
1 obligation1 opportunitySolar panel toxic manufacturing waste
MediumProduction of photovoltaic cells generates toxic byproducts including cadmium compounds, silicon tetrachloride, and solvent waste.
1 obligation1 opportunityHeat 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 obligationNo risks match the current filters.