Logan Christian
Aerospace engineering
Hometown: Tucson, Arizona, US
Graduation date: Fall 2028
FURI | Fall 2026, Needs Review
Electromagnetically Actuated Ferrofluid Momentum Exchange System for Nanosatellites
This research examines the mechanical design and simulation of a satellite control system utilizing magnetically actuated ferrofluids. By regulating fluid flow through electromagnetic fields to exchange angular momentum, the system induces spacecraft rotation without multi-part moving mechanical assemblies. Eliminating mechanical complexity inherent in standard reaction wheels increases overall reliability and reduces failure points for commercial and academic nanosatellite missions. Future work involves prototyping a single-axis actuator and evaluating its feasibility against commercial momentum exchange systems using a custom testing apparatus.
Mentor: Konstantinos Tsakalis
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