Soft-capture mechanism part of latching-and-rigidifying mechanism joining strut rigidly to node on truss. Latching-and-rigidifying mechanism of spreading-collet type, in which collet inserted into base that mates with collet to assure proper alignment, then collet spread to rigidify joint, fixing alignment. Designed to be operable by heavily gloved hand or by robot.


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    Title :

    Soft-Capture Mechanism For Collet Joint


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    Publication date :

    1992-02-01



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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English


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