Non-contacting isolated stabilized microgravity platform system

Details Non-contacting isolated stabilized microgravity platform system Non-contacting isolated stabilized microgravity platform system

1995-06-28

1997-06-10

Cosimano, Edward R.

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248638, 364135, 36416701, G05B 1500, F16M 1300

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056383037

ABSTRACT:
Microgravity sensitive payloads placed on a platform are isolated from external acceleration forces over extended periods of time in the weightless environment inside an orbiting space vehicle by canceling acceleration on the platform. Wide gap dual axis magnetic actuators and accelerometer pairs are spaced about the platform with the magnetic actuators providing a non-contacting magnetic position control, wherein physical contact with the platform is avoided. Position sensors sense platform positioning and the control system, containing both digital and analog computers, controls the magnetic actuators to ensure proper positioning and neutralize any transient acceleration forces applied to the platform.

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