An overview is presented of the technology associated with the precision pointing of future spaceborne science instruments. High-level architectural options for dealing with the precision pointing problem are considered, and a representative NASA mission set for the 1990s is given. Pointing accuracy and stability requirements are extracted from the mission requirements, with the sub-0.1 arcsec stability requirement emerging as the primary driver. The state of the art of current technology is assessed, including an evaluation of gimbal systems, suspension systems, and actuator and sensor component technology. Areas where the technology needs to be pushed to satisfy future requirements are identified, and some promising design options are proposed.
Future payload isolation and pointing system technology
1986-08-01
Miscellaneous
No indication
English
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