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Rotary Joint For The Space StationMost critical mechanism aboard station is rotary joint performing tracking function. Study conducted to determine optimum mechanism for rotary joint. Best mechanism is continuously rotating joint base on concept of multiple, discrete bearing-supported joint driven by self-loading, "pinch"-roller drive actuator. Applicable to solar-power-conversion units and earthbound solar-power farms and other related power-generation systems.
Document ID
19880000439
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Loewenthal, Stuart H. (NASA Lewis Research Center, Cleveland, Ohio.)
Schuller, Fredrick T. (NASA Lewis Research Center, Cleveland, Ohio.)
Date Acquired
August 13, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1988
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 12
Issue: 8
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Machinery
Report/Patent Number
LEW-14542
Report Number: LEW-14542
ISSN: 0145-319X
Accession Number
88B10439
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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