Deployable satellite solar panel hinge mechanism
US10676217B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 10, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The disclosed technology includes systems, methods, and mechanism configurations related to satellite solar panels, including stowing arrangements, deployment sequences, special purpose hinges, hold down and release mechanisms, and associated components for controlled deployment of the satellite solar panels.
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