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Mechanized Fluid Connector And Assembly ToolIn new tool-and-connector system, necessary to have access to only one side of pipe, access offset from centerline. Connections made or broken in confined spaces and with small external forces. Tool turns spur gear on externally threaded retainer on left member of connector. Retainer engages nut on right member of connector. Intended for assembly of pipes in proposed Space Station, tool and fitting used on Earth to make or break plumbing connections in crowded utility runs or other confined spaces where wrenches cannot be turned, where forces exerted by wrenches might cause damage, or where lack of good grip prevents technician from exerting sufficient torque on connector.
Document ID
19900000541
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Zentner, Ronald C.
(Boeing Aerospace Co.)
Smith, Steven A.
(Boeing Aerospace Co.)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1990
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 14
Issue: 10
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
MSC-21434
Accession Number
90B10541
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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