Latching techniques are changing from early approaches due to the advent of berthing technology. Latch selection for a given interface may be conducted by evaluating candidate capabilities which meet functional interface requirements. A judgment criteria system is presented along with an example of its use in choosing the Rollerscrew Structural Latch (RSL) for the NASA Flat Plate Interface Prototype (FPIP). Details are given on Rollerscrew operation, design, and development difficulties. A test plan is also outlined for the RSL and FPIP.


    Access

    Access via TIB

    Check availability in my library


    Export, share and cite



    Title :

    Structural latches for modular assembly of spacecraft and space mechanisms


    Author / Creator :

    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication





    Latches For Equipment Drawers

    Martin, T. C. | NTRS | 1992



    Multiple latches on the aircraft

    PARK DONG WAN | European Patent Office | 2024

    Free access