Cost impact of automated acceptance testing of Electrical Ground Support Equipment for spacecraft testing

Abstract

In today's environment, building a reliable and cost-effective spacecraft is perhaps emphasized more than ever before. Sponsors are looking for the same high-quality products but at lower costs and with shorter schedules. Whether it is a spacecraft for the Department of Defense (DoD), a research observatory for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), or a commercial communications satellite, total cost is a significant factor.