What is ISO 26871 about?
ISO 26871 is part of a series of documents that specifies the criteria and requirements for the use of explosive systems and explosive devices commonly used on spacecraft and other space products, including launch vehicles and space vehicle systems. It addresses the aspects of design, analysis, verification, manufacturing, operations, and safety.
Who is ISO 26871 for?
ISO 26871 on space system is applicable to:
- Spacecraft manufacturers
- Aerospace and defense industries
- Testing agencies involved in the inspection of spacecraft and aerospace products
- Design engineers for explosive systems and devices
- Quality control personnel for explosive systems
Why should you use ISO 26871?
ISO 26871 helps spacecraft manufacturers and quality control personnel in testing explosive components used in the explosive subsystem and assists testing agencies with respect to safety, dependability, quality assurance as well as configuration and verification of spacecraft products.
As a manufacturer, ISO 26871 you can demonstrate the reliability of their spacecraft and space products and build trust in its use throughout the aerospace supply chain.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS ISO 26871:2020 supersedes BS ISO 26871:2012. BS ISO 26871:2020 includes some technical changes with respect to BS ISO 26871:2012. These include:
- Simplification for some requirements
- Updating terminology
- Introduction of a paragraph about debris issues
