Shuttle remote manipulator system safety and rescue support capabilitiesThe Remote Manipulator System (RMS) incorporates a manipulator arm with a payload-handling end effector, an arm positioning mechanism and a control system. The RMS is designed to capture and deploy free-flying payloads up to 4.6 m in diameter and 18.3 m long, weighing 14,515 kg. This paper describes the RMS with attention given to the arm, the supporting subsystems, and safety design features (displays and controls, the mechanical subsystem and operations). Man-in-the-loop simulations for the assurance of RMS and crew safety are described and the use of the RMS for EVA rescue support is considered in detail.
Document ID
19770068666
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Brown, J. W. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Tex., United States)
Whitehead, G. D. (Spar Aerospace Products, Ltd. Toronto, Canada)