Upper Austria's space pioneer: state-of-the-art technology for the future

Upper Austria's space pioneer: state-of-the-art technology for the future

Holzhausen, Österreich - The Upper Austrian company Peak Technology recently put into operation a state -of -the -art electron beam welding machine in Holzhausen. The governor of Upper Austria, Thomas Stelzer, visited the company to convince himself of the technological innovation on site. Peak Technology is rightly referred to as the "hidden champion" of space technology and is one of the leading technology companies in Austria. Since its foundation in 2007, the company has specialized in important areas such as lightweight structures, high -pressure tanks for space travel, hydrogen tanks as well as structures for carrier missiles and satellites. The new welding machine is a crucial step to increase the precision in connections between space components and has the potential to significantly increase quality standards in the industry, as tips.at reports. In his speech, Stelzer emphasized the international pioneering role of Upper Austria in the space industry and emphasized the creation of highly qualified jobs. Dieter Grebner, President of the Austrospace and Managing Director of Peak Technology, expressed similar views, which emphasized the enormous potential of the space industry for the regional and national economy. Political interest and support are essential for the further development of this industry, especially with regard to the budget of the European Space Organization (ESA).

strategic orders and future missions

In addition to the new technology, Peak Technology has received a significant order from ESA, which includes a development worth almost 1.7 million euros. The company will manufacture the demonstrator of the Athena FMS (Fixed Metering Structure), a critical component for the world's largest X -ray observatory that will be sent to space in 2035. This mission, also known as the "Eye of the Universe", is intended to examine unresolved astrophysical phenomena and uses the latest scientific instruments to answer questions about the growth of black holes, as wirimbild.at reports.

The FMS is a central structure of the Athena telescope and will hold the different modules of the telescope, including the mirror monthly module, the service module and the science instrument module. It also ensures a focal length of 12 meters and is designed for use at a distance of around 1.5 million kilometers. This spatial arrangement is of great importance for the implementation of precise astrophysical measurements.

dynamics of the space industry

The space industry is considered a dynamically developing growth industry that contributes to regional added value and creates many highly qualified jobs. Austrian companies like Peak Technology have established themselves in niche markets and benefit from the global expansion of the sector. Austrospace, the platform for Austrian competence in space technology and research, now comprises 20 leading companies and research institutions that jointly promote the innovative strength of the industry and are involved in renowned projects such as Athena.

The positive development in the space industry in Austria is shown in the diverse projects and continuous research and development, which are crucial for the future of the industry. If the current trends and developments are continued, Austria could play an even more important role in international space travel in the coming years.