The geometric form of a space station is presented that includes a description of a plurality of modules and berthing hubs, joined by interconnections which are sideways connectable. The modules and hubs are fastened together in a triangular configuration in three dimensions. The interconnections include a pair of opposed, axially aligned, flanged ports and a clamp latch formed from a plurality of sections hinged along their length and extending circumferentially around the flanged ports. A hermetic seal is formed between the ports. A utilities connection channel extends between the ports. The channel has a shell with utilities connectors movable between an extended position to mating connectors in the modules and a withdrawn position. Assembly sequence and common module shell structure is detailed.


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    Titel :

    Space Station Architecture, Module, Berthing Hub, Shell Assembly, Berthing Mechanism and Utility Connection Channel


    Beteiligte:
    M. M. Cohen (Autor:in)

    Erscheinungsdatum :

    1984


    Format / Umfang :

    25 pages


    Medientyp :

    Report


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch