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Truss Fastener Operable By RobotFastener assembly for use in erecting truss structure assembled by robot equipped with one arm and one gripper. Easier for robot or human technician to build structure in outer space or on Earth. Assembly features extremely large capture envelope; accommodates initial lateral misalignments of truss members of as much as 0.4 in. and rotational misalignments large as 28 degrees and still produces sound structural connection. Chuck key is only tool required.
Document ID
19950065285
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Parma, George E. (NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX.)
Vandeberghe, Mark H. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co.)
Ruiz, Steve C. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co.)
Date Acquired
August 17, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1995
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 19
Issue: 3
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Fabrication Technology
Report/Patent Number
MSC-21864
Report Number: MSC-21864
ISSN: 0145-319X
Accession Number
95B10126
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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