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The flight competition required the enclosure be made to resemble a Cube-Sat of designation 2U.

Deployment Mechanism

Upon landing, the sabot is able to automatically deploy its rover. Torsion spring hinges were installed along one edge of the enclosure connecting its two halves, allowing the energy in the springs to be stored while the sabot is in closed configuration. To remain in closed configuration, the sabot assembly was held together by one loop of (dimension) rope, tied around.

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Lesson #2: Make doubly sure that the materials you plan to order (be it from McMaster-Carr or another vendor) are the ones you require. If you are not sure, do not hesitate to contact your vendor.

Lesson #3: