A Shuttle user guide document to aid designers and analysis associated with large space structures projects is described. The format and contents are a compromise designed to satisfy the needs of several levels of users. Special features include checklists and references to source documents as a convenience to very knowledgeable readers. In addition, general, introductory and explanatory text, and art work are included for the reader less familiar with shuttle systems. Also, there are a subject index, glossary, list of acronyms, and many cross references. Throughout the document, there are suggested implications or references to the importance of the included orbiter interfaces material as it pertains to designing and planning large space structures projects. The content of the document is outlined. Shuttle payload accommodations and constraints, connections for orbiter construction fixtures, packaging, and construction space eometry are addressed.


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    Title :

    A document describing shuttle considerations for the design of large space structures


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1981-02-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English