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Bistable Articulated JointJoint with four-bar-linkage geometry has following attributes: Springs to fully extended fully folded positions. Automatically locks in its extended position. Joint combines zero backlash, positive locking, and centerline pivoting. Used in folding tool handles, portable antenna booms, and many other deployable structures.
Document ID
19850000393
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Graighead, Norwood D., II
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Preliasco, R. J.
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Hult, T. D.
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1986
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 9
Issue: 3
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Machinery
Report/Patent Number
NPO-16038
Accession Number
85B10393
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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