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Capability of the manned maneuvering unit to support satellite servicing operationsFeatures, capabilities, and projected performances and missions of the Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) are described. A zero gravity, autonomous, six degree of freedom mobility system using gaseous nitrogen for propulsion, the MMU is equipped with jets for attitude and rotational control, 24 thrusters total, with each providing 7.5 N thrust. The unit is controled from hand controllers used by the pilot, in addition to an automatic attitude control using outputs from a gyroscope pack in the control electronics assembly. EVA periods of 6 hrs are possible with the 150 kg MMU and its fuel complement of 12 kg of gaseous N. Refueling is allowed through an Orbiter interface at the same location the MMU is stowed. The MMU has a delta-V capability of 20 m/sec, with a thrust duration of 7085 N-sec, implying the EVA suit limit will be reached before propellant can be exhausted. The results of various mission simulations for the MMU are reported.
Document ID
19820063384
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Bergonz, F. H.
(Martin Marietta Aerospace Denver, CO, United States)
Lenda, J. A.
(Martin Marietta Aerospace Denver, CO, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1982
Subject Category
Space Transportation
Report/Patent Number
IAF PAPER 82-30
Accession Number
82A46919
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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