Researchers at the Reshetnev Siberian State University of Science and Technology have developed a new carbon fiber antenna reflector. The project, led by postgraduate student Artem Kharebin, aims to serve the space industry and unmanned aerial vehicle sectors.
The composite material offers high rigidity and low density, along with resistance to vacuum and radiation. It maintains its shape under extreme temperature fluctuations ranging from -150 to +150 degrees Celsius, outperforming traditional metal antennas in space applications.
The development team secured a patent for the technology in September 2026. The project addresses the critical need to reduce the mass of spacecraft, which directly impacts launch costs, while ensuring antenna precision in orbit.
The Krasnoyarsk Machine-Building Plant (Krasmash) has provided official confirmation of interest in the technology. The university has established a production model ready for implementation to support domestic aerospace requirements.
