Dual function deployable radiator cover

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1995-12-22

1998-09-15

Kashnikow, Andres

Aeronautics and astronautics

Spacecraft

Spacecraft formation, orbit, or interplanetary path

244163, 165 41, B64G 150

Patent

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058068007

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a dual function deployable radiator and radiator cover for use on a communication satellite. A deployable radiator is folded or in a "stowed" configuration over a fixed radiator when a satellite is in a launch vehicle. The deployable radiator thereby serves as insulation for the satellite when heat rejection is not necessary. When heat rejection becomes necessary, the deployable radiators are deployed whereby unwanted heat is rejected from the satellite. The deployable radiators, therefore serve a dual purpose, functioning as insulators for part of a mission and radiators for the remainder.

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patent: 5372183 (1994-12-01), Strickberger

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