Aeronautics and astronautics – Spacecraft – Inflated
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-05
2006-09-05
Swiatek, Robert P. (Department: 3643)
Aeronautics and astronautics
Spacecraft
Inflated
C052S002190, C052S002240
Reexamination Certificate
active
07100874
ABSTRACT:
A flexible structural restraint layer for use with an inflatable modular structure, having a fore and aft assembly separated by a longeron and an inflatable bladder. The restraint layer is comprised of two circumferential strap assemblies, each attachedly fastened at opposing ends of a radial strap assembly. There are a plurality of axial straps that are secured in place to the circumferential strap assemblies and the radial strap assembly. The restraint layer surrounds the bladder and the ends of the axial straps are secured in place at the fore and aft end of the modular structure. When the bladder is inflated, the structural restraint layer distributes the load created by the inflated bladder.
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Bigelow Robert T.
Brian Aiken
Bigelow Aerospace
Gibbs Franklin E.
Swiatek Robert P.
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