Aeronautics and astronautics – Spacecraft – With payload accommodation
Reexamination Certificate
2011-01-04
2011-01-04
Michener, Joshua J (Department: 3644)
Aeronautics and astronautics
Spacecraft
With payload accommodation
C244S172900, C244S137400, C244S131000, C244S119000, C292S199000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07861976
ABSTRACT:
Latching elements on a first structure are configured to securely engage corresponding bearings on a second structure, via a lateral member that drives all of the latching elements simultaneously. When engaged, or when disengaged, the system is in a stable state, requiring no active force by the controlling system to maintain the system in each state. Preferably, each latching element is coupled to the lateral member via a pinion that provides a mechanical advantage that substantially reduces the force required on the lateral member to effect the coupling or decoupling. Also preferably, the elements are formed from extruded aluminum forms, thereby providing for a relatively inexpensive and lightweight configuration that is particularly well suited for spacecraft applications.
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McDermott, Esq. Robert M.
Michener Joshua J
Planetary Systems Corporation
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