Space platform docking device

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1978-03-30

1980-04-01

Barefoot, Galen L.

Aeronautics and astronautics

Spacecraft

Attitude control

B64G 900

Patent

active

041958047

ABSTRACT:
A device for docking or joining large structures or vehicles in earth orbit under automatic and remote sensing and control. A thin flexible boom extending from one vehicle contacts the inner surface of a large open cone on the other as the two vehicles approach each other. The conical surface guides the boom end towards the apex where a reel for drawing in the boom engages the boom. As the boom is drawn in, and the vehicles come into close proximity, a mechanical latch is engaged for final rigidizing and securing.

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