An adequate warm-up heater approach was developed using analysis & previous Mars surface experience. In the worst-cold environment, all the actuators were able to warm to their minimum operating temperature within the required time. In the worst-hot environment, the maximum continuous actuator power dissipation during normal operations was determined. A mechanical thermostat provides best means to cope with a failed-on wrist heater & to ease RA operations planning.
The Thermal Design Evolution of the Phoenix Robotic Arm
36th International Conference on Environmental Systems SAE International, Norfolk, Virginia, July 17-20, 2006 ; 2006 ; Norfolk, VA, United States
2006-01-01
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English
The Thermal Design Evolution of the Phoenix Robotic Arm
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