Tethered subsatellite study
Abstract
The results are presented of studies performed relating to the feasibility of deploying a subsatellite from the shuttle by means of a tether. The dynamics, the control laws, the aerodynamics, the heating, and some communication considerations of the tethered subsatellite system are considered. Nothing was found that prohibits the use of a subsatellite joined to the shuttle by a long (100 km) tether. More detailed studies directed at specific applications are recommended.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- March 1976
- Bibcode:
- 1976STIN...7626253B
- Keywords:
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- Artificial Satellites;
- Space Shuttles;
- Tethering;
- Computer Programs;
- Dynamic Response;
- Equations Of Motion;
- Feasibility Analysis;
- Numerical Analysis;
- Stability Derivatives;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles