An investigation is presented of technologies which have been accumulated over the years, both on Earth and in space, dealing with tethers, ropes and cables. Many of these technologies can be applied, with modification, to both on-going and future space tether research and demonstration missions. The major areas of tether research and technology developments presented include multimegawatt power transmission, materials and structures, dynamics and control, environmental interactions, and in-space operations. These major topical areas are presented within the context of their associated research program or study.


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    Title :

    Technologies applicable to space tethers


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    Publication date :

    1987-01-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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