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Deployable Truss MemberCompact telescoping roll extends 24 times its length. Roll telescopes into extended truss member when force is applied. Truss members deployed by various means. Truss member initially constructed in its stowed state with appropriate sheet material rolled around central core. For deployment truss extends by centrifugal force to form cone. With both ends fastened to prevent unrolling, rigid truss member formed.
Document ID
19850000362
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Frink, N. T.
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1986
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
LAR-13219
ISSN: 0145-319X
Report Number: LAR-13219
Accession Number
85B10362
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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