Space Technology Experiments Platform (STEP) status: An in-space test facility
Abstract
Designed for utilization of the space transportation system for technology experiments in space, the space technology experiment platform (STEP) is a shuttle-borne experiment support facility for use primarily for structures, structural dynamics, and control flexible structures technology flight experiments. The STEP concept is discussed as well as shows its relationship to broad NASA goals and objectives. The development chronology is presented and the current system capability in block diagram format is described. The STEP development schedule is included.
- Publication:
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In its Large Space Antenna Systems Technol
- Pub Date:
- April 1985
- Bibcode:
- 1985lsas.rept..877H
- Keywords:
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- Dynamic Structural Analysis;
- Large Space Structures;
- Space Platforms;
- Space Technology Experiments;
- Spaceborne Experiments;
- Spacecraft Configurations;
- Technologies;
- Block Diagrams;
- Command And Control;
- Data Processing Equipment;
- Interfaces;
- Spacecraft Power Supplies;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles