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The electric OrbiterAn electromechanical actuator (EMA) system is described and compared to the baseline hydraulic system for the Shuttle. Employment of the EMA depends on minimal changes in the avionics and software, no change in the vehicle configuration, and satisfaction of performance requirements. There are 13 actuators on the Shuttle, all subject to the standard four (redundant) command channels. The actuator control units, motor control units, mechanical actuators, and motors are discussed, and system and sizing requirements are outlined. The effects on the displays and controls, the environmental control system, electrical power and distribution, and software are mentioned, and projected to be minimal. It is noted that although the EMA total systems' costs have not been calculated, substantial weight, turnaround time, and power savings are available by use of EMA.
Document ID
19820031173
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Swingle, W. L.
(NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Edge, J. T.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1981
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Meeting Information
Meeting: In: NAECON 1981
Location: Dayton, OH
Start Date: May 19, 1981
End Date: May 21, 1981
Accession Number
82A14708
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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