Space Platform advanced technology study
Abstract
The development of mechanical systems for space platforms which have universal application regardless of what platform configuration is built is discussed. The design requirements and fabrication of the orbiter berthing systems, berthing latch interface, berthing umbilical interface, and adaptive end effector are described.
- Publication:
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Large Space Systems Technology, 1980
- Pub Date:
- February 1981
- Bibcode:
- 1981lsst....1..229B
- Keywords:
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- Large Space Structures;
- Space Platforms;
- Space Shuttle Orbiters;
- End Effectors;
- Interfaces;
- Latches;
- Remote Manipulator System;
- Spacecraft Docking;
- Umbilical Connectors;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles