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The evolution of small payload carrier systemsThe design of a bridge-like structure to span the Space Shuttle cargo bay but occupy only 3 feet of its length is discussed. The new structure was named the Missions Peculiar Equipment Support Structure (MPESS). The basic design requirements were as follows: to serve as support structure for small number of experiments; to occupy the minimal length of cargo bay; to have a standard interface hole pattern; to provide support at an elevated position; to employ standard Spacelab pallet trunnion; and to ensure natural frequency between the STS liftoff and landing frequency. The bridge-like structure is a riveted and bolted truss with machind end fittings which interface with the Spacelab trunnions. The structure is fabricated from aluminum alloy and assembled with stainless steel fasteners.
Document ID
19850002730
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Breaux, C. G. (Teledyne Brown Engineering Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1984
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Marshall Space Flight Center 2nd Symp. on Space Industrialization
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Accession Number
85N11038
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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