What are the installation methods for space structures?
The installation method for space structures should be determined comprehensively based on the type, stress, and structural characteristics of the structure, ensuring quality and safety while considering progress, economy, and on-site technical conditions. The following methods can be used for the installation of space structures : 1. High-altitude assembly method: Suitable for various types of space structures assembled with full supports, especially suitable for structures with non-welded connections such as bolted connections and pin connections. Depending on the structural characteristics, cantilever assembly methods with fewer supports can be selected: inward expansion method (cantilever assembly from the side supports to the center) and outward expansion method (cantilever assembly from the center to the side supports). 2. Segment or block installation method: Suitable for space structures where the stiffness and stress state of the structure change little af...