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Manned remote work station - Safety and rescue considerationsIt is noted that due to restrictions of payload and volume limitations of current and projected launch systems, space construction of ultralarge space structures is essential. The present paper discusses the concepts of a key piece of construction equipment needed to support assembly of such large structures. Attention is given to the manned remote work station (MRWS), a universal crew cabin to be used as a construction cherry picker, space crane turret, work station on a construction base rail system, or a free flyer. Concepts and safety and rescue requirements for this spacecraft are delineated for early applications in support of Shuttle operations, as well as applications in support of a mid to late 1980's space construction base. Finally, applications in support of constructing and maintaining a solar power satellite system are covered.
Document ID
19790069408
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Nathan, C. A.
(Grumman Aerospace Corp. Bethpage, N.Y., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1979
Subject Category
Space Transportation
Report/Patent Number
IAF PAPER 79-A-19
Accession Number
79A53421
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASG-15581
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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