Publication Date:
2019-07-27
Description:
The Space Shuttle will provide a new capability for the construction in space of structures too large to be accommodated in the Shuttle bay. To understand and develop this new capability several construction methods and design approaches are being studied by MSFC and industry. This paper relates the general scope of these ongoing activities, the project aims and objectives, and a discussion of many design and equipment variables. Major design and construction variables, such as on-orbit or ground fabricated construction and type of materials to be used, are discussed relative to their status and applicability to various designs. Construction methods and options are reviewed and many of the support equipments under study or development are described.
Keywords:
ASTRONAUTICS (GENERAL)
Type:
AIAA PAPER 78-1650
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Conference on Large Space Platforms: Future Needs and Capabilities; Sept. 27-29, 1978; Los Angeles, CA
Format:
text
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