Multi-zone Electrical Furnace «MEF-01»
Glavkosmos
The MEF-01 is a multi-zone electrical furnace designed for conducting research on the International Space Station (ISS), primarily for experiments involving the cultivation of semiconductor crystals.
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- Design life
- 2 years
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As published by the supplier
- Purpose
- Conducting research on the ISS. It is intended for experiments on cultivation of semiconductor crystals.
- Temperature of the heater
- up to 1200 °C
- Design life
- 2 years
- Flight qualification of the product
- No
- Brief history of flight qualification
- No
- Possibility to adapt the product to customer requirements
- Yes
About
The Multi-zone Electrical Furnace «MEF-01» is an instrument developed for scientific research aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Its primary purpose is to facilitate experiments focused on the cultivation of semiconductor crystals. The furnace features a workspace that is divided into several zones, allowing for precise temperature control and experimental conditions. It is capable of reaching a heater temperature of up to 1200 °C. The product has a guaranteed service life of 2 years. While it is designed for space applications, the product currently does not have flight qualification, and there is no brief history of flight qualification provided. The manufacturer states that there is a possibility to adapt the product to customer requirements, indicating potential for customization for specific research needs.
Documentation
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