A lock joint for a Space Station has a series of struts joined together in a predetermined configuration by node point fittings. The fittings have removeable inserts. The lock joint has an elongated housing connected at one end to a strut. A split-fingered collet is mounted within the housing to insure reciprocal movement. A handle on the housing is connected to the collet for moving the collet into the insert where the fingers of the collet expand to lock the joint to the fitting.


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    Title :

    Collet lock joint for space station truss


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1988-08-16


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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