Various concepts for individual propulsion units are analyzed which give man capability of extra-vehicular travel while in orbit; "Astronaut Maneuvering Unit" concept; unit is mounted on back, and deliberately locates nozzles away from center of mass; nozzles are used in pairs so that forces act in couples.


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    Title :

    Astronaut Maneuvering Unit for space mechanics


    Additional title:

    IEEE -- Trans Aerospace


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    Publication date :

    1963


    Size :

    8 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


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