U.S. perspective on technology demonstration experiments for adaptive structuresEvaluation of design concepts for adaptive structures is being performed in support of several focused research programs. These include programs such as Precision Segmented Reflector (PSR), Control Structure Interaction (CSI), and the Advanced Space Structures Technology Research Experiment (ASTREX). Although not specifically designed for adaptive structure technology validation, relevant experiments can be performed using the Passive and Active Control of Space Structures (PACOSS) testbed, the Space Integrated Controls Experiment (SPICE), the CSI Evolutionary Model (CEM), and the Dynamic Scale Model Test (DSMT) Hybrid Scale. In addition to the ground test experiments, several space flight experiments have been planned, including a reduced gravity experiment aboard the KC-135 aircraft, shuttle middeck experiments, and the Inexpensive Flight Experiment (INFLEX).
Document ID
19930029189
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Aswani, Mohan (Aerospace Corp. Structural Technology Dept., El Segundo, CA, United States)
Wada, Ben K. (Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Garba, John A. (JPL Pasadena, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1991
Publication Information
Publication: In: IEEE Conference on Decision and Control, 30th, Brighton, United Kingdom, Dec. 11-13, 1991, Proceedings. Vol. 3 (A93-13001 02-63)
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.