Apparatus responsive to entry into space and method of operation

Details Apparatus responsive to entry into space and method of operation Apparatus responsive to entry into space and method of operation

1985-07-03

1987-03-24

Chambers, A. Michael

Fluid handling

Ambient condition change responsive

Atmospheric

251 63, 222 61, F16K 1736, B67D 508

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046517642

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus useful on space vehicles as a valve for establishing external pressure in a pressure container or otherwise as an engine for performing work. The apparatus is responsive to atomspheric pressure retained in a plenum are applied to one side of a piston which atomspheric pressure is greater than an external pressure applied to the other side of the piston in a vacuum environment. A method for operation of such apparatus is also disclosed.

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