Quad Dimensions
Zenith Boom
Custom OrderExtremely lightweight deployable boom with a low coefficient of thermal expansion. Uses bistable composite technology (BhorForce® UC160C and LY556 epoxy) to hold two stable configurations without external force.
The Zenith Bistable is our flagship high-performance deployable structure capable of holding two stable configurations (coiled and extended) without the need for complex locking mechanisms. Engineered with precision layup strategies and BhorForce® advanced composites, it delivers exceptional reliability and mass efficiency. Achieving an exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio, the standard 50cm variant weighs just ~10g yet supports a 120g payload (uniformly distributed) delivering massive performance for mass-constrained missions.
Ideal for CubeSat antennas, solar sail deployment, and instrument booms where volume constraints are critical.
Extreme Lightweight: Our booms are exceptionally light—the version shown here is actually lighter than a 5 Rupee Indian coin, weighing just ~7.5g.
Zenith Deployment Boom: We also offer a non-bistable configuration optimized with a strong built-in deployment bias. This variant provides enhanced stability and deployment force for self-deployable applications, ensuring consistent extension when external restraint is released.
| Variants |
Zenith Bistable (Dual Stable States)
Zenith Deployment Boom (High Stored Energy)
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| Material | UD Carbon Fiber (160 gsm) / Epoxy |
| Mechanism Type | Bistable / Strain Energy |
| Stowed Form | Coiled |
| Length | Customizable (tested 70cm) |
| Mass | ~10g (per 50cm for the shown version) |
| Payload Capacity | 120g (1200% of Structural Mass) (Uniformly Distributed Load) |
| Cross-Section | Customizable (20-50mm width) |
| Bending Stiffness | Contact for Analysis |
| Op. Temperature | -40°C to +80°C |
| TRL | 4 (Component in Lab) |
We provide comprehensive performance calculations as a service for your specific mission requirements.
Available analysis includes:
- Tip Deflection Force
- Snap-Through Moment
- Stiffness & Deflection Modeling
- Natural Frequency Analysis
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Rahul Yadgirkar
Mechanical Engineer specializing in designing robust mechanisms, deployable structures, and precision systems for space applications.
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