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Deployable Geodesic TrussEfficiently packaged structure deployed or retracted easily. In preliminary two-bay model each bay has sets of battens connected by two longitudinal crossed members that give bay axial and torsional stiffness. Cross-members hinged in center to fold for packaging. Bays deployed and stabilized by actuators connected between center hinges of cross-members.
Document ID
19840000351
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Mikulas, M. M., Jr.
Rhodes, M. D.
Simonton, J. W.
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1985
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 8
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
LAR-13113
Accession Number
84B10351
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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