Non-pyrotechnic release system

Details Non-pyrotechnic release system Non-pyrotechnic release system

1991-09-03

1993-03-09

Kundrat, Andrew V.

Joints and connections

Manually releaseable latch type

Having operating mechanism

403404, 285381, B25G 318

Patent

active

051921472

ABSTRACT:
A non-pyrotechnic release system for use in satellites and other remote actuations applications is disclosed. This system employs shape memory rod assemblies to release a captive toggle that retains the item to be deployed. The shape memory rod assembly includes an internally installed resistance heating element for heating the rod to cause it to assume its memory shape.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4391543 (1983-07-01), Elsing
patent: 4596483 (1986-06-01), Gabriel
patent: 4743079 (1988-05-01), Bloch
patent: 5024549 (1991-06-01), Dalby

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