Materials: Thermal, Electrical, Magnetic, Chemical

This lecture covers the properties and selection of materials for spacecraft applications. It delves into topics such as thermal conductivity, electrical resistivity, magnetic properties, outgassing, aging, and electrochemical potential. The slides provide detailed exercises on evaluating solar arrays, stiffness, stresses, and thermal equilibrium. Material selection criteria, including corrosion resistance, thermal stability, and specific properties like low density and high stiffness, are discussed. The lecture emphasizes the importance of material compatibility, thermal stability, and optical properties for space mechanisms.