Space systems development

Abstract

This chapter describes the Space cluster use case using the innovative Space Tug project as an example. It provides an overview of the objectives (customer in the loop, quicker technical response) and related methods to support foreseen improvements through a dedicated toolchain. The IT infrastructure used for the demonstration is used as an enabling and demonstrative system with a focus on modelling and collaboration aspects, as outlined in Chapter "Extending the System Model", on the flow of information, and on tool infrastructure and project costs. Descriptions of the developed tools are as follows: • A web-based toolchain that includes functional analysis, discipline analysis, 3D modelling and virtual reality for project team collaboration. • A workflow manager for collaboration between different companies. • Small devices called 'probes' to ensure security and data protection in intercompany collaboration. • A configurable customer front-end to ensure that the customer remains informed.