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An on-orbit experiment for dynamics and control of large structuresAttention is given to the definition of the on-orbit dynamic testing that is currently being planned for the flight of a large solar array test article, the Solar Array Flight Experiment (SAFE 1), which consists of a coilable longeron mast that deploys a large solar array blanket. Also discussed is the design of an additional experiment employing this structure in conjunction with a two- or three-axis gimbal system, in order to demonstrate control techniques applicable to such large structures. SAFE 1 experiment objectives, hardware, software, and the experimental operations foreseen are discussed.
Document ID
19840062815
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Buchanan, H. J.
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Schock, R. W.
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Waites, H. B.
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Systems Dynamics Laboratory, Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1984
Publication Information
Publication: Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics
Volume: 7
ISSN: 0731-5090
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Accession Number
84A45602
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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