Beam of light guides alignment, then range measured by use of ultrasound. Optoelectronic/ultrasonic apparatus facilitates three-dimensional alignment of spot on one object with respect to facing (but not touching) spot on another nearby object. Designed to help in positioning external tank of space shuttle between two solid rocket boosters. Useful in other applications to align large components to be locked together in assemblies.
Optoelectronic Alignment And Ultrasonic Ranging Apparatus
1995-02-01
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