Received on 02 March 2024; revised on 10 April 2024; accepted on 13 April 2024 | Adeola Ona-Olapo Esho, Tosin Daniel Iluyomade, Tosin Michael Olatunde, Osayi Philip Igbinenikaro
This conceptual review explores the next-generation materials for space electronics, addressing the challenges posed by extreme conditions such as temperature variations, radiation exposure, and mechanical stresses. The review outlines the fundamental requirements for space electronics materials, including extreme temperature resistance, radiation shielding, mechanical strength, and thermal conductivity. It surveys current state-of-the-art materials like silicon-based materials, compound semiconductors, polymers, ceramics, and composites, highlighting their strengths and limitations. The review also discusses emerging materials and technologies, such as 2D materials, organic electronics, quantum materials, and metamaterials, which hold promise for revolutionizing space electronics. Implementation strategies are proposed, considering factors like integration with existing systems, scalability, cost-effectiveness, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. The conclusion emphasizes the potential implications for the future of space electronics and offers recommendations for further research and development. By advancing materials science, the review aims to contribute to the ongoing exploration and utilization of space for the benefit of humanity.This conceptual review explores the next-generation materials for space electronics, addressing the challenges posed by extreme conditions such as temperature variations, radiation exposure, and mechanical stresses. The review outlines the fundamental requirements for space electronics materials, including extreme temperature resistance, radiation shielding, mechanical strength, and thermal conductivity. It surveys current state-of-the-art materials like silicon-based materials, compound semiconductors, polymers, ceramics, and composites, highlighting their strengths and limitations. The review also discusses emerging materials and technologies, such as 2D materials, organic electronics, quantum materials, and metamaterials, which hold promise for revolutionizing space electronics. Implementation strategies are proposed, considering factors like integration with existing systems, scalability, cost-effectiveness, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. The conclusion emphasizes the potential implications for the future of space electronics and offers recommendations for further research and development. By advancing materials science, the review aims to contribute to the ongoing exploration and utilization of space for the benefit of humanity.