Two latches were designed to mount payloads in the shuttle orbiter bay. Multiple retention latches attach a payload to the sill longerons and another latch device attaches it to the keel. Requirements for each actuator are defined and drive mechanisms are described. Other design aspects discussed include: switch mechanisms, motors, gearboxes, redundancy provisions, structural materials, and lubricants. A preliminary dry lubricant test program is also reviewed and results presented.


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    Title :

    Payload retention latches for the shuttle orbiter


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    Publication date :

    1981-05-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English