An ejection apparatus for spinning and propelling objects for ejection from a spacecraft at a desired velocity and rotational speed is discussed. The apparatus includes a launch cradle on which the space object to be ejected rests. The cradle is rotatably supported by a central hub secured to the upper end of the pneumatic cylinder piston shaft. Release mechanisms consisting of a retractable pin and locking lug is utilized to hold the cradle and object to be ejected. The release mechanism has a fixed barrier member which holds the retractable pin in engagement with the locking lug until release by upward movement of the launch cradle beyond the barrier height.


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    Title :

    Space probe/satellite ejection apparatus for spacecraft


    Contributors:
    Smyly, H. M. (author) / Miller, C. D. (author) / Cloyd, R. A. (author) / Heller, C. (author)

    Publication date :

    1984-04-05


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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