Coupling mechanism for quick attach/disconnect of a missile cont

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1985-11-04

1988-02-02

Kyle, Deborah L.

Aeronautics and astronautics

Missile stabilization or trajectory control

Externally mounted stabilizing appendage

403 16, 403322, 403331, 403381, F42B 1502

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047224967

ABSTRACT:
A coupling mechanism for quick attach/disconnect of a control fin to a missile which does not require the use of a separate tool to make the attachment. A first coupling member 24 is mounted on the control fin actuator rod 16. A force regulating means comprised of a spring 28 and retainer bracket 58 are attached to the first coupling member. A second coupling member 26 and a pivotable lever arm 38 are formed as part of the control fin. When the second coupling member is loosly fitted upon the first coupling member, rotation of the lever arm will engage the force regulating means thereby deflecting the spring 28. The reactive force of the spring is exterted through the lever arm, through the control fin, and causes the second coupling member to firmly and securely engage the first coupling member. A means is provided to lock the lever arm in place so as to retain the first and second coupling members in the firmly engaged position even through extreme aerodynamic maneuvers. The lock is easily disengaged manually should it be necessary to remove a control fin from the missile.

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