Connecting node and method for constructing a connecting node

Details Connecting node and method for constructing a connecting node Connecting node and method for constructing a connecting node

2008-09-29

2011-11-01

Ferguson, Michael P (Department: 3679)

Aeronautics and astronautics

Spacecraft

Modular and assembled in space

C244S172400, C403S171000, C403S176000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08047473

ABSTRACT:
A connecting node comprises a polyhedral structure comprising a plurality of panels joined together at its side edges to form a spherical approximation, wherein at least one of the plurality of panels comprises a faceted surface being constructed with a passage for integrating with one of a plurality of elements comprising a docking port, a hatch, and a window that is attached to the connecting node. A method for manufacturing a connecting node comprises the steps of providing a plurality of panels, connecting the plurality of panels to form a spherical approximation, wherein each edge of each panel of the plurality is joined to another edge of another panel, and constructing at least one of the plurality of panels to include a passage for integrating at least one of a plurality of elements that may be attached to the connecting node.

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