Apparatus for ejection of a spacecraft

Details Apparatus for ejection of a spacecraft Apparatus for ejection of a spacecraft

1985-09-26

1987-12-08

Barefoot, Galen

Aeronautics and astronautics

Spacecraft

Spacecraft formation, orbit, or interplanetary path

2441371, B64G 122

Patent

active

047114177

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and a method for deploying a spacecraft into orbit from a launching vehicle is provided. The apparatus includes a pivot support assembly having a pivot seat member contacting the spacecraft on the opposite side of its center of mass relative to the application of an ejecting force. The pivot seat member is biased against the stop member with a directional force which is less than the maximum force capable of being exerted on the seat member during the takeoff of the launching vehicle from earth but greater than the force exerted on the seat member during deployment. The biasing member can be a form of spring such as a torsion bar.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3815849 (1974-06-01), Meston
patent: 4303214 (1981-12-01), Wittmann

Affiliated with

Also associated with

Rating

Apparatus for ejection of a spacecraft does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this patent.

If you have personal experience with Apparatus for ejection of a spacecraft, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Apparatus for ejection of a spacecraft will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFUS-PAI-O-18745