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Collapsible truss structure is automatically expandableCoil springs wound with maximum initial tension in a three-truss, closed loop structure form a collapsible truss structure. The truss automatically expands and provides excellent rigidity and close dimensional tolerance when expanded.
Document ID
19650000125
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Date Acquired
August 2, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 1965
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
GSC-265
Report Number: GSC-265
Accession Number
65B10126
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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