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Microgravity Simulators

Investigate how altered gravity affects biological systems - directly in your laboratory. Yuri's RPM 2.0 provides a ground-based approach to simulated microgravity, enabling researchers to study gravity-related responses in cells, tissues and other experimental models without the need for a space mission.

RPM 2.0

Yuri's Random Positioning Machine (RPM 2.0) simulates aspects of microgravity by continuously changing the orientation of an experiment relative to Earth's gravitational field.

By varying the direction of the gravity vector over time, the RPM enables researchers to investigate gravity-related biological responses under controlled laboratory conditions. The suitability of this approach depends on the experimental setup and the response characteristics of the biological system.

Originally developed by Airbus more than 20 years ago, the RPM technology is now part of Yuri's research portfolio. It has been used by more than 60 research groups worldwide, including NASA and ESA, for simulated microgravity and partial-gravity studies, as well as research related to orbital experiments.

RPM

Key Facts

Multiple operating modes, including random positioning, single-axis rotation (clinostat mode) and simulated partial gravity.
Supports experimental payloads up to 1.5 kg with dimensions below 15 × 15 × 15 cm.
Adjustable experiment deck with five mounting positions for optimal sample placement.
Compact design with device dimensions below 38 × 31 × 35 cm and a weight of 7.5 kg.

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Performance Data

Compatible with suitable laboratory incubators for experiments requiring controlled temperature, CO₂ and humidity conditions.

Supports simulated microgravity and partial-gravity conditions, including Moon- and Mars-equivalent gravity levels, through controlled sample rotation.

Key Features

PC-based control software for configuring motion modes, monitoring calculated average gravity levels and recording experiment commands.

Configurable motion patterns for random positioning, constant-speed rotation and simulated partial-gravity conditions.

Integrated experiment-deck electrical connections for compatible power and signal interfaces, subject to connector specifications.

Explore how simulated microgravity enables researchers to investigate biological processes, compare experimental conditions and gain new perspectives on Earth.

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Research Applications

CELLULAR BIOLOGY

Investigate how simulated microgravity influences cellular morphology, gene expression and signaling pathways. Compare gravity-dependent responses with appropriate control conditions to study how cells adapt to changes in their physical environment.

CANCER RESEARCH

Study how cancer cell models respond to simulated microgravity, including potential changes in proliferation, apoptosis, adhesion and migration. These investigations can provide additional perspectives on cellular processes relevant to cancer biology.

TISSUE ENGINNERING

Explore how simulated microgravity influences cell organization and three-dimensional structure formation. In suitable cell models, altered-gravity conditions may support spheroid formation and investigations relevant to tissue engineering.

MICROBIOLOGY

Investigate how microorganisms respond to simulated microgravity, including changes in growth, metabolism and cellular behavior. Applications range from fundamental microbial biology to research relevant to space life-support systems.

PLANT BIOLOGY

Study how simulated microgravity affects plant cells and suitable plant models, including gravity-related responses in development, cell-wall organization and gene expression. These investigations contribute to our understanding of plant biology under altered-gravity conditions.

OTHER ORGANISMS

Explore gravity-dependent responses in suitable multicellular model organisms. Research applications include developmental biology, regeneration and physiological responses, depending on the organism and experimental setup.

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