Technology of Obtaining Double Potential Well Bistable Kinematic Pair from Carbon Nanocomposite

This project seeks to address the problem of cold welding taking place between linking systems in space and resulting in the potential jamming of deployable mechanisms. By obtaining and using highly durable carbon composite membranes that are mechanically stable in two distinct positions, one folded and one extended, we can deploy all necessary mechanisms without friction and welding between two distinct metals taking place. This innovative solution allows for simplification of the engineering process for spacecraft and other machinery and provides a substantially more consistent and permanent result than current solutions to the problem.