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Automatic thermal switchesTwo automatic switches control heat flow from one thermally conductive plate to another. One switch permits heat flow to outside; other limits heat flow. In one switch, heat on conductive plate activates piston that forces saddle against plate. Heat carriers then conduct heat to second plate that radiates it away. After temperature is first plate drops, piston contracts and spring breaks thermal contact with plate. In second switch, action is reversed.
Document ID
19800000214
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Cunningham, J. W.
Wing, L. D.
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1980
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
GSC-12553
Accession Number
80B10214
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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