Apparatus for simulating an exoatmospheric structure
Abstract
Apparatus for simulating an exoatmospheric structure, such as a spin stabilized satellite, in an environment subject to gravitational forces is presented. The apparatus includes a floating structure which is pivotally and rotationally supported upon a gimballed bearing structure positioned adjacent to the center of mass of the floating structure and suspended upon a support structure. The floating structure is translatable in either vertical direction relative to the supporting structure upon a vertically movable suspension system connected to the supporting structure. The supporting structure is provided with bearing assemblies which are adapted to engage a supporting surface for permitting freedom of movement of the supporting structure over the supporting structure in any direction.
- Publication:
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration Report
- Pub Date:
- February 1993
- Bibcode:
- 1993nasa.reptQ....H
- Keywords:
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- Gimbals;
- Space Environment Simulation;
- Spacecraft Structures;
- Spin Stabilization;
- Center Of Mass;
- Gravitational Fields;
- Patent Applications;
- Ground Support Systems and Facilities (Space)