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Space Deployable Truss Structure DesignThe development status of the deployable box truss structure is summarized. Potential applications for this structural system are described. Structural and component design requirements derived from these applications are discussed. Components of prototype 4.6 m cubes which incorporate graphite/epoxy structural members, fittings, and mechanisms are described. The benefits of the component designs and their respective manufacturing processes are presented.
Document ID
19810013866
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other
Authors
John V Coyner, Jr (Martin Marietta Aerospace Denver, CO, United States)
William H Tobey (Martin Marietta Aerospace Denver, CO, United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1981
Publication Information
Publication: 15th Aerospace Mechanisms Symposium
Publisher: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Subject Category
Ground Support Systems And Facilities (Space)
Meeting Information
Meeting: 15th Aerospace Mechanisms Symposium
Location: Huntsville, AL
Country: US
Start Date: May 14, 1981
End Date: May 15, 1981
Sponsors: California Institute of Technology, Lockheed Martin (United States), National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Accession Number
81N22397
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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