Development of Hybrid Material Heat Pipes for Spacecraft
Our ADEP-supported project for new-generation thermal control solutions is ongoing.
We Are Developing Thermo-Fluidic Technologies for Space Systems
ASTRAL serves as a bridge between academia, industry, and government to accelerate Türkiye’s role in the global space sector.
See Our Research AreasMission
ASTRAL’s mission is to advance the science and engineering of spacecraft Thermo-Fluidic technologies systems through high-impact research.
ASTRAL serves as a bridge between academia, industry, and government to accelerate Türkiye’s role in the global space sector.
Vision
To become a globally recognized center of excellence in spacecraft thermo-fluidic research.
Purposes
Lead pioneering research in spacecraft thermal control and advanced propulsion cooling.
Areas of Research
Strategic Objectives
Scientific Leadership: Produce cutting-edge publications, patents, and design methodologies.
Advanced Education
Train highly skilled graduate students through research-driven education.
Infrastructure Excellence
Expand and maintain state-of-the-art facilities like vacuum chambers and thermal benches.
Laboratory & Facilities
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Recent Publications and Conferences
An experimental study on heat transfer and pressure drop in a narrow rectangular channel having staggered miniature pin–fins with tip clearance
Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry (Springer)
Application of wall functions for investigating surface roughness effects on spreading of an impacting droplet
European Journal of Mechanics / B Fluids, Vol. 118
A heat flux model for nucleate boiling on micro-cavity surfaces
Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol. 282
