A Space Station includes a plurality of modules, and berthing hubs, joined by interconnections which are sideways connectable. The modules and hubs are fastened together in a trianglar configuration in three dimensions. The interconnections include a pair of opposed, axially aligned, flanged ports, and a clamp latch formed from a plurality of sections hinged along their length and extending circumferentially around the flanged ports. A utilities connection channel extends between ports. The channel has a shell with utilities connectors movable between an extended position to mating connectors in the modules and a withdrawn position. Assembly sequence and common module shell structure is detailed.


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    Title :

    Space Station Architecture, Module, Berthing Hub, Shell Assembly, Berthing Mechanism and Utility Connection Channel


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    Publication date :

    1989-02-28


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English