Case Study: University of Portsmouth Space Mission Incubator

The University of Portsmouth has launched its NASA-inspired Space Mission Incubator, an ambitious project to speed up the development of space missions. Bringing together scientists, researchers, and industry experts, the project aims to strengthen the UK’s position in the space sector.

The Concurrent Design Facility (CDF)

At the heart of this project lies the University of Portsmouth’s Concurrent Design Facility (CDF), which allows experts from different disciplines to work together on diverse ideas. Inspired by NASA's pioneering Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the University of Portsmouth set itself the goal of establishing an equal Concurrent Design Facility on its campus, positioning itself as one of the few CDF providers in the UK and Europe. ?

Challenges and Collaboration

However, the project was not without its challenges, including tight deadlines and a global chip shortage. Nevertheless, the university, integration partner @Roche AV Pro and Sharp/NEC met these challenges with determination and successfully completed the installation in just 72 working days. ??

The Technological Solution

The centerpiece of the facility is now a 162-inch 1.8mm Sharp/NEC dvLED surface. This innovative solution meets the university’s budget requirements and delivers high brightness and contrast advantages. Thanks to its robust aluminum housing, the slim design allows the #display to be integrated very close to the wall with front-serviceable modules.

A Bright Future for Space Exploration

Since the installation of the Space Mission Incubator, the remarkable Concurrent Design Facility not only directly benefits the #space industry, but also serves as an inspiration and education center for future engineers. ??

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