ORU latch

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1989-09-05

1991-09-10

Cherry, Johnny D.

Aeronautics and astronautics

Spacecraft

Spacecraft formation, orbit, or interplanetary path

244161, B64G 122, B64G 164

Patent

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050466917

ABSTRACT:
An orbital replaceable unit, "ORU", is releasably attached to an orbital maneuverable vehicle, "OMV", by a one step fastening device. The ORU contains one part of the fastening device and the OMV the other. A drive tool, containing a motor and a driven shaft, is used to grip and carry the ORU into position with the OMV and then to actuate the one fastener portion carried by the ORU for fastening engagement with the remaining portion carried by the OMV, whereupon the drive tool may be removed.

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