Bee colony type spaceflight launching system and method

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of spaceflight launching, and provides a swarm-type spaceflight launching system and method, and the system comprises a honeycomb system, a nectar source system, and a bee passage system. The honeycomb system is a technical area for spaceflight launching, is connected with the nectar source system through the bee passage system and is used for completing a satellite-rocket combination; the plurality of nectar source systems are arranged around the honeycomb system, and each nectar source system comprises a plurality of emission positions; the bee passage system is connected with the transmitting position and the honeycomb system and comprises a plurality of traffic roads. According to the scheme, a large number of satellites with different orbits can be launched in a short time, and the satellite launching efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of space launch, and in particular to a swarm-type space launch system and method. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous progress of space technology, more and more satellites are sent into space.

[0003] In specific scenarios, such as large-scale or large-area disaster relief activities, high-density observation of hot spots, satellite communication enhancement in a certain area and space confrontation during a specific period, etc., there is a need to launch a large number of satellites in different orbits within a short time.

[0004] Existing technologies all launch different satellites separately at very far places, such as Jiuquan, Xichang, and Wenchang. Sometimes, in order to meet the launch mission, satellites need to be transported to launch sites thousands of kilometers away for launch. It is impossible to launch a large number of satellites in different orbits in a short time, which reduces the satellite launch efficiency and cannot meet the growing needs of satellites in our country.

[0005] Therefore, there is a need to provide a swarm-type space launch system and method that can launch a large number of satellites in different orbits in a short time and improve the satellite launch efficiency.

[0006] The above information disclosed in the background art section is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of the present application. Therefore, it may include information that does not constitute the prior art known to those of ordinary skill in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The main object of the present invention is to overcome the problem that a large number of satellites in different orbits cannot be launched in a short time, and to provide a swarm-type space launch system and method that can launch a large number of satellites in different orbits in a short time and improve the satellite launch efficiency.

[0008] To achieve the above object, the first aspect of the present invention provides a swarm-type space launch system, including: a honeycomb system, a nectar source system, and a bee path system;

[0009] The honeycomb system is the technical area for space launch, is connected to the nectar source system through the bee path system, and is used to complete the rocket-satellite combination;

[0010] There are multiple nectar source systems, surrounding the honeycomb system on all sides. Each nectar source system includes multiple launch positions;

[0011] The bee path system connects the launch positions and the honeycomb system and includes multiple traffic roads.

[0012] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the swarm-type space launch system further includes a bee system, which includes a plurality of launch units, and the launch unit is the basic element required to complete a space launch.

[0013] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the launch unit includes a satellite, a launch vehicle, a launch vehicle, and follow-up support equipment.

[0014] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the honeycomb system includes a satellite storage and test workshop, a rocket storage and test workshop, a satellite-rocket docking workshop / station, and a satellite-rocket assembly transfer workshop / station;

[0015] The satellite storage and test workshop is used to store satellites and complete the assembly and test work of satellites;

[0016] The rocket storage and test workshop is used to store rockets and complete the assembly and test work of rockets;

[0017] The satellite-rocket docking workshop / station is used to complete the docking and test work between the satellite and the rocket;

[0018] The satellite-rocket assembly transfer workshop / station is used to complete the work of transferring the satellite-rocket assembly to the space launch vehicle.

[0019] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the honeycomb system further includes a space launch vehicle storage area / workshop and a space launch vehicle test workshop;

[0020] The space launch vehicle storage area / workshop is used to store space launch vehicles;

[0021] The space launch vehicle test workshop is used to complete the testing, maintenance, and repair of space launch vehicles.

[0022] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the launch site includes a plurality of launch pads and a standby area;

[0023] The launch pad is the parking place for the space launch vehicle before ignition and launch;

[0024] The standby area is the place where the space launch vehicle waits to enter the pre-launch procedure.

[0025] As an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the straight-line distance between the honeycomb system and the nectar source system is 5 kilometers to 150 kilometers.

[0026] As a second aspect of the present invention, the present invention provides a swarm-type space launch method, which uses the swarm-type space launch system described above and includes the following steps:

[0027] Transfer the satellite-rocket assembly to the launch vehicle to form a launch unit;

[0028] Transfer the launch unit to the launch position of the specified honey source system through the bee path system;

[0029] Conduct a space launch at the launch position.

[0030] As an example embodiment of the present invention, before transferring the satellite-rocket combination to the launch vehicle, first dock the satellite and the rocket at the satellite-rocket docking factory / working station, and complete the inspection and testing after docking.

[0031] As an example embodiment of the present invention, before docking the satellite and the rocket at the satellite-rocket docking factory / working station, after the satellite passes the inspection and testing normally in the satellite storage and testing factory building, it is taken out of the warehouse and transported to the satellite-rocket docking and testing factory building / working station. After the rocket passes the inspection and testing normally in the rocket storage and testing factory building, it is taken out of the warehouse and transported to the satellite-rocket docking and testing factory building / working station.

[0032] The beneficial effects of this solution are as follows:

[0033] (1) Defined the concepts, physical models, basic configurations, and logistics models of swarm space launches, etc., providing a basic route for realizing swarm launches.

[0034] (2) Swarm space launches can effectively meet the need to launch numerous different-orbit satellites into space within a short time under specific circumstances, such as large-scale or large-area disaster relief activities, high-density observations of hot spots, enhancing satellite communication and space confrontation in a certain region within a specific period.

[0035] (3) The technology provided by this solution has strong robustness and can effectively improve the survival ability of the system under intense space competition conditions. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] By referring to the accompanying drawings and describing its example embodiments in detail, the above and other objectives, features, and advantages of the present application will become more apparent. The following described drawings are only some embodiments of the present application. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative efforts.

[0037] Figure 1 Schematically shows the structural diagram of the swarm space launch system.

[0038] Figure 2 Schematically shows the flowchart of the swarm space launch method. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0039] Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the example embodiments can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this application will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the concept of the example embodiments to those skilled in the art. Like reference numerals in the figures denote like or similar parts, and thus their repetitive description will be omitted.

[0040] In addition, the described features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments. In the following description, numerous specific details are provided to give a thorough understanding of the embodiments of this application. However, those skilled in the art will realize that the technical solutions of this application can be practiced without one or more of the specific details, or other methods, components, devices, steps, etc. may be used. In other cases, well-known methods, devices, implementations, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring aspects of this application.

[0041] The block diagrams shown in the drawings are only functional entities and do not necessarily correspond to physically independent entities. That is, these functional entities can be implemented in software form, or in one or more hardware modules or integrated circuits, or in different networks and / or processor devices and / or microcontroller devices.

[0042] The flowcharts shown in the drawings are only illustrative and do not necessarily include all the content and operations / steps, nor do they necessarily have to be executed in the order described. For example, some operations / steps can be decomposed, while some operations / steps can be combined or partially combined, so the actual execution order may change according to the actual situation.

[0043] It should be understood that although terms such as first, second, and third may be used herein to describe various components, these components should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used to distinguish one component from another. Thus, the first component discussed below can be referred to as the second component without departing from the teachings of the concept of this application. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any one and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0044] Those skilled in the art can understand that the drawings are only schematic diagrams of the example embodiments, and the modules or processes in the drawings are not necessarily essential for implementing this application, so they cannot be used to limit the protection scope of this application.

[0045] According to the first specific embodiment of the present invention, the present invention provides a swarm-type space launch system, as Figure 1 shown, including: a honeycomb system, a nectar source system, a bee path system, and a bee system.

[0046] The honeycomb system is the technical area for space launches. Figure 1 Within the central circular dotted line area, it is connected to the nectar source system through the bee path system and is used to complete the satellite-rocket combination.

[0047] Such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the honeycomb system includes the storage area / workshop of the space launch vehicle, the test workshop of the space launch vehicle, the satellite storage and test workshop, the rocket storage and test workshop, the satellite-rocket docking workshop / station, the transfer workshop / station of the satellite-rocket combination, and the connecting roads inside the honeycomb.

[0048] The storage area / workshop of the space launch vehicle is used to store the space launch vehicle.

[0049] The test workshop of the space launch vehicle is used to complete the testing, maintenance, and servicing of the space launch vehicle.

[0050] The satellite storage and test workshop is used to store satellites and complete the assembly and testing work of satellites.

[0051] The rocket storage and test workshop is used to store rockets and complete the assembly and testing work of rockets.

[0052] The satellite-rocket docking workshop / station is used to complete the docking and testing work between satellites and rockets.

[0053] The transfer workshop / station of the satellite-rocket combination is used to complete the transfer of the satellite-rocket combination to the space launch vehicle.

[0054] The connecting roads inside the honeycomb connect various places within the honeycomb system to achieve road traffic and transportation for each place.

[0055] One or more basic units inside the honeycomb can be set according to mission requirements.

[0056] There are multiple nectar source systems surrounding the honeycomb system. Figure 1 There are 5 nectar source systems, and each nectar source system includes multiple launch positions. The concave-shaped structure in the nectar source system is the launch position.

[0057] The launch position includes multiple launch pads and standby areas.

[0058] The launch pad is the parking place for the space launch vehicle before ignition and launch.

[0059] The standby area is the place where the space launch vehicle waits to enter the pre-launch procedure.

[0060] Usually, multiple launch pads are set in one launch position to support multiple space launch vehicles to carry out activities simultaneously.

[0061] The straight-line distance between the honeycomb system and the nectar source system is 5 km - 150 km, which can realize the scheduling of the satellite-rocket combination in a small area to complete multiple launch tasks, enabling satellites in different orbits to be launched from different launch positions in a short time. 5 km is the safety distance considering that an accident in the nectar source system may cause damage to the honeycomb; 150 km is considered to ensure that the maneuvering time of bees in the bee path system is not too long.

[0062] The bee path system connects the launch position and the honeycomb system and includes multiple traffic roads. Figure 1 Among them, the launch vehicle, as the "bee", travels on the traffic roads, and the bee path system facilitates the smooth arrival of the space launch vehicle at the launch position.

[0063] The bee system includes multiple launch units, which are the basic elements required to complete a space launch. A launch unit includes a satellite, a rocket, a launch vehicle, and support equipment for implementation, all of which are the basic elements required to complete a space launch and can independently carry out space launch tasks within a certain range.

[0064] Figure 1 On the left and right sides respectively, two rockets are successively launched.

[0065] As the second embodiment of the present invention, the present invention provides a swarm-style space launch method, using the swarm-style space launch system of the first specific embodiment, as Figure 2 shown, including the following steps:

[0066] Procedure 1: After the satellite is inspected and tested normally in the satellite storage and test workshop, it is taken out of the warehouse and transported to the satellite-rocket docking test workshop / station.

[0067] Procedure 2: After the rocket is inspected and tested normally in the rocket storage and test workshop, it is taken out of the warehouse and transported to the satellite-rocket docking test workshop / station.

[0068] Procedure 3: The launch vehicle is taken out of the warehouse. After being inspected and tested normally in the test, repair, and maintenance workshop, it drives to the satellite-rocket combination transfer workshop / station.

[0069] Procedure 4: The satellite and the rocket complete docking in the satellite-rocket docking workshop / station and complete the inspection and test after docking.

[0070] Procedure 5: The satellite-rocket combination is transported to the satellite-rocket docking workshop / station and transferred to the launch vehicle to form a launch unit.

[0071] Procedure 6: The launch unit is transferred to the launch position.

[0072] Procedure 7: The satellite-rocket combination of the launch unit takes its place, unfolds, and conducts pre-launch preparations at the launch position.

[0073] Program 8, ignition and launch within a predetermined launch window.

[0074] Program 9, after the rocket flies away from the launch position, the launch vehicle and the support equipment carry out post-launch recovery work.

[0075] Program 10, the launch vehicle and the support equipment of the launch unit withdraw from the launch position and return to the launch vehicle storage building of the hive system.

[0076] When launching multiple satellite-rocket combinations in a short period, the bee system can use multiple bees to repeat Programs 1 to 10 simultaneously, select different launch positions, and thus launch a large number of satellites in different orbits in a short period, improving the launch efficiency.

[0077] Swarm launch. Swarm launch takes the satellite and rocket assembly and test building as the "hive". Multiple launch units carry the well-tested satellites, rockets and launch devices, move from the "hive" to the launch point, and quickly return to the "hive" after the launch to start the next round of satellite launches. Its typical feature is that the launch units move around like a "swarm" to launch, and quickly return to the "hive" after success. Even if one or more launch and support units are damaged, the system can quickly complete reorganization and reconstruction, and complete a large number of satellite launches in a short period. Specifically, the beneficial effects of this solution are as follows:

[0078] (1) Defined the concept, physical model, basic configuration and logistics model of swarm space launch, providing a basic route for realizing swarm launch.

[0079] (2) Swarm space launch can effectively meet the need to launch numerous satellites in different orbits into space in a short period under specific circumstances, such as large-scale or large-area disaster relief activities, high-density observation of hot spots, enhancing satellite communication and space confrontation in a certain area within a specific period.

[0080] (3) The technology provided by this solution has strong robustness and can effectively improve the survival ability of the system under intense confrontation conditions.

[0081] Swarm space launch has transformed the activities such as the assembly and test of launch vehicles and satellites, and the transfer of satellite-rocket combinations, which were originally independent for each space launch, into a continuous assembly line-style job shop scheduling problem, greatly improving its efficiency; according to conservative estimates, when conducting concentrated launches of more than 5 space missions, the efficiency of the above activities will be more than 4 times that of traditional space launches, and with the increase in the number of space launches, the increase in its efficiency will be more obvious.

[0082] Swarm space launch has transformed the traditional serial space launch system into a honeycomb-style system structure (such as Figure 1) Once a part fails, such as a launch unit fails and withdraws from the launch system, the swarm space launch system can quickly maintain the system's functional performance to complete the mission through measures such as system structure reconstruction and real-time launch mission planning, and ensure the completion of important missions through mission priority ranking, thereby greatly enhancing the emergency response and survival capabilities of the space launch system.

[0083] The swarm space launch system can efficiently allocate and combine the bee path system and the nectar source system through the mobility and transfer capabilities of bees (launch units), and coupled with an efficient workshop scheduling system for assembly, testing, and reloading, etc., the launch capacity and efficiency of the system increase geometrically, enabling it to complete tasks that are impossible for traditional space launches. For example, it can complete the constellation deployment consisting of 33 orbital planes, 3 satellites per orbital plane, and a total of 99 satellites in 3 days, which is almost an impossible task for traditional space launch systems. Through simulation calculations, only by configuring 1 beehive (including 3 storage workshops, 3 sets of assembly, testing, and reloading workstations), about 10 bees (launch units), about 5 nectar sources (launch sites), and the corresponding bee path system (roads connecting each nectar source and the beehive) for the swarm space launch system can this task be completed as required.

[0084] The exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been specifically shown and described above. It should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the detailed structures, settings, or implementation methods described herein; on the contrary, the present invention is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent settings included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A swarm-style space launch system, characterized in that, Including: A honeycomb system, a nectar source system, and a bee path system; The honeycomb system is the technical area for space launch, connected to the nectar source system through the bee path system, and is used to complete the satellite-rocket combination; There are multiple nectar source systems surrounding the honeycomb system, and each nectar source system includes multiple launch positions; The bee path system connects the launch positions and the honeycomb system and includes multiple traffic roads.

2. The swarm space launch system according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a bee system, and the bee system includes multiple launch units, and the launch unit is the basic element required to complete a space launch.

3. The swarm space launch system according to claim 2, wherein The launch unit includes a satellite, a launch vehicle, a launch vehicle, and follow-up support equipment.

4. The swarm space launch system according to claim 1, wherein The honeycomb system includes a satellite storage and test workshop, a rocket storage and test workshop, a satellite-rocket docking workshop / station, and a satellite-rocket combination transfer workshop / station; The satellite storage and test workshop is used to store satellites and complete the assembly and test work of satellites; The rocket storage and test workshop is used to store rockets and complete the assembly and test work of rockets; The satellite-rocket docking workshop / station is used to complete the docking and test work between the satellite and the rocket; The satellite-rocket combination transfer workshop / station is used to complete the work of transferring the satellite-rocket combination to the space launch vehicle.

5. The swarm space launch system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The honeycomb system also includes a space launch vehicle storage area / workshop and a space launch vehicle test workshop; The space launch vehicle storage area / workshop is used to store space launch vehicles; The space launch vehicle test workshop is used to complete the testing, maintenance, and repair of space launch vehicles.

6. The swarm space launch system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The launch position includes multiple launch site pads and a standby area; The launch site pad is the parking place for the space launch vehicle before ignition and launch; The standby area is the place where the space launch vehicle waits to enter the pre-launch procedure.

7. The swarm space launch system according to claim 1, wherein The straight-line distance between the honeycomb system and the nectar source system is 5 kilometers to 150 kilometers.

8. A swarm-style space launch method, characterized in that, Using the swarm-style space launch system described in any one of claims 1-7, including the following steps: Transfer the satellite-rocket combination to the launch vehicle to form a launch unit; Transfer the launch unit through the bee path system to the launch position of the designated nectar source system; Complete the space launch at the launch position.

9. The swarm space launch method according to claim 8, wherein Before transferring the satellite-rocket combination to the launch vehicle, first complete the docking of the satellite and the rocket in the satellite-rocket docking workshop / station, and complete the inspection and testing after docking.

10. The swarm space launch method according to claim 9, wherein, Before completing the docking of the satellite and the rocket in the satellite-rocket docking workshop / station, after the satellite is inspected and tested normally in the satellite storage and test workshop, it is taken out of the warehouse and transported to the satellite-rocket docking and test workshop / station. After the rocket is inspected and tested normally in the rocket storage and test workshop, it is taken out of the warehouse and transported to the satellite-rocket docking and test workshop / station.

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