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A Better Quick-Connect Passive Capture JointNASA's Marshall Space Flight Center has developed a joint that employs a unique spring-loaded mechanism that automatically secures a ball hitch upon insertion into a coupler. This eliminates the need for the locking lever found in most conventional ball joints. Connections made using MSFC's quick-connect joint are easier, safer, and more reliable than those made using conventional ball joints.

Document ID
20150006872
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Other
Authors
Nabors, Sammy A. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
April 29, 2015
Publication Date
January 1, 2015
Subject Category
Mechanical Engineering
Report/Patent Number
M15-4431
Report Number: M15-4431
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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