Space
We provide World class space science and astronomy instruments, planetary surface tools, release mechanisms and TRL raising services for the Space industry.

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Defence
Magna Parva is an international provider of engineering research and development services, with exceptional experience in delivering engineering solutions for the Defence market, including UAV payload release devices.

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Aerospace
Magna Parva are capable of taking on projects involving not only mechanical design but also high end thermal and dynamic fluid and stress analysis to provide complete solutions for the Aerospace industry.

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Science
Magna Parva collates requirements and understands the scientific intent prior to embarking on developments that may see extreme levels of challenge and change.

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Automotive
Magna Parva is able to provide an end-user supply focused approach to Automotive engineering . Primarily our expertise lies in transmission design, engine design and production & testing.

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Consulting
The Company provides Expert Witness and Due Diligence services to Insurers and Investors in a range of industries. This experience, places it in a unique position to examine technology development proposals for investment opportunities, and audit technology portfolios in support of prospective acquisitions.

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Magna Parva

Magna Parva aim to meet the increasing demands for global team collaboration ensuring projects are developed from initial concept to finished project efficiently and effectively. Please contact us for further information on how our services can fit into your plans for innovation and development.
 

Magna Parva have extensive experience, designing and developing Planetary Suface Tools , Space Mechanisms and Devices and MGSE, including novel drilling and sampling mechanisms.

Planetary Surface Tools

Ultrasonic Drill Tool:

The Ultrasonic Drill Tool (UDT) is a European Space Agency funded project, to develop a device for ultrasonically-assisted drilling of planetary rocks. The tool transforms low displacement oscillations in a transducer into higher displacement vibration at the tip, which effectively cuts into rocks. Benefits of the UDT compared to conventional rock drills:

  • Low axial (thrust) force required
  • Lower power consumption than conventional percussion drilling
  • The possibility of operation from far less massive and stable drill platforms
  • Low drill bit wear
  • Good material removal rates
  • Potentially higher efficiency
  • Smaller envelope
  • Low sensitivity to axial (thrust) force variations, which is very significant when considering an autonomous, relatively flexible drilling platform

Rock Preparation Tool

The Rock Preparation Tool (RPT) is designed to remove the weathered rind of planetary rocks, so that a fresh, clean and flat surface is exposed for instruments to analyse. There are two types of tool being investigated, one is ultrasonically actuated, the other uses a more conventional cutting mechanism.