Aeronautics and astronautics – Spacecraft – Attitude control
Patent
1989-01-26
1990-12-11
Barefoot, Galen
Aeronautics and astronautics
Spacecraft
Attitude control
B64G 164
Patent
active
049763997
ABSTRACT:
A spacecraft connector for making an electrical or similar connection with a spacecraft. The connector has on board portion that is attached to or forms part of the spacecraft and an externally located portion. Both the on board portion and the spacecraft portion have paired hook shaped portions that are adapted to contact each other in a manner that permits the connection and disconnection of the connector. The connectors provide an interface without exerting undue forces upon the spacecraft.
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Bay Peter M.
Colaluca, Jr. Carmine J.
Pataki Steven
Barefoot Galen
Fairchild Space and Defense Corporation
York Michael W.
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