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High-Resolution Rotary-To-Linear Motion ConverterCompact rotary-to-linear motion converter combines high load-carrying ability with finely resolvable movement. Simple and inexpensive to manufacture. Helical coil of metal ribbon wrapped around spool. Bearing supports spool on fixed base. Restraining bar prevents collar from rotating, but allows it to rise and fall. 1,000-turn coil of ribbon 0.010 in. thick provides for translation of collar over distance of 10 inches. Coil made from flattened roll-formed wire. Material inexpensive, strong, and resistant to fatigue.
Document ID
19920000698
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Millam, M. Bruce
(NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD.)
Studer, Philip
(NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD.)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1992
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 16
Issue: 11
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
GSC-13141
Accession Number
92B10698
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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