The world's first satellite scanning probe microscope, the SMM-2000S, was presented at the Technopolis Moscow special economic zone. The device is characterized by its resistance to space loads, low energy consumption, and stable operation in open space conditions. This is reported by Ixbt.com reports .
Developed by engineers at the Proton plant, this microscope was launched into orbit in June 2023 as part of the Nanozond-1 satellite. Scientific data obtained using the device has already been published in prestigious journals and is making a significant contribution to the study of the space environment.
Studies have shown that certain materials have a partial 'self-healing' property when exposed to sunlight. This will allow for the design of spacecraft that wear out less and last longer in orbit in the future.
It was also found that the degradation of the outer coating due to solar wind occurs more slowly than previously assumed. This creates new opportunities for lightening satellite structures and increasing payload capacity. Furthermore, the device helped explain the origins of space dust.
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