An autonomous payload controller for the Space ShuttleThe Autonomous Payload Control (APC) system discussed in the present paper was designed on the basis of such criteria as minimal cost of implementation, minimal space required in the flight-deck area, simple operation with verification of the results, minimal additional weight, minimal impact on Orbiter design, and minimal impact on Orbiter payload integration. In its present configuration, the APC provides a means for the Orbiter crew to control as many as 31 autononous payloads. The avionics and human engineering aspects of the system are discussed.
Document ID
19790041740
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Hudgins, J. I. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Sounding Rocket Div., Greenbelt, Md., United States)