Quickly attaching joint used in variety of truss structures. Split ring made in one piece and split radially after final machining. Mating tapers on split ring and endbells small: approximately 7 degrees. Tapers of this range permit high internal preloads to be obtained, yet parts easily separated when collar released. Results from tests on developmental model indicate load-displacement response linear and substantial preloading accomplished. Quickly-erecting truss structures have variety of applications, from Earth to space-station keel beams, antenna masts, and large platforms.
Joint for Rapid Structural Assembly
NASA Tech Briefs ; 10 , 4
1986-07-01
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English
Vehicle Joint Assembly with Expandable Structural Material
European Patent Office | 2018
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