The invention relates to a foldable self erecting joint which may be used to deploy the tetratruss frame of the proposed shuttle launched triangular space station. The frame must be folded into the payload bay of the space shuttle orbiter. To deploy the frame the tubes are automatically unfolded and once in position should remain safely. A pair of hinged, tubular members in which the hinging is located at corresponding portions of the members are used. The opposite edge portions are connected by spring biased toggle links in the unfolded position. The members are nested against one of the members in substantial alignment and overcenter for securely locking the joint in the unfolded position.
Foldable Self-Erecting Joint
1984
11 pages
Report
No indication
English
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