The actuation system for the Saturn V S-IC stage is described and compared to the Saturn I system. The use of mechanical feedback actuators that result in a significant increase in system reliability and the damping of load resonance is discussed. The unprecedented component sizes and system requirements are cited.The components of the S-IC stage engine gimbal actuation system are similar to and a direct evolution of those used in the Saturn I vehicle system.The major system components are the fluid supply, a filter manifold, lines, and the actuators. The system is the essence of simplicity. As a fluid power source, fuel is taken directly in a single path from the high pressure side of the engine turbopump. Flow from the actuators is returned to the fuel system rather than to a reservoir.Because of the small number of components and the design concepts used, the reliability of this system is high.


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    Title :

    Saturn V S-IC Stage Engine Gimbal Actuation System


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    Aerospace Fluid Power Systems and Equipment Conference ; 1965



    Publication date :

    1965-02-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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