Deployable space radiator with condenser
US4815525A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 19, 1987 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/503
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A deployable radiator panel system for use in spacecraft or the like for rejecting power when exposed to space. A plurality of panels are mounted in stacked juxtaposition in stored condition for rotation from the stored condition about a common axis in a fan-type manner to fully operative angular positions to form a composite panel arrangement. The panels are formed with bowtie configurations having diverging panel sections projecting from opposite sides of the axis of rotation to form a circular panel array. Drive mechanisms are provided for drawing the panels axially to a generally common plane when the panels are in their fully operative angular positions, and for drawing the panels into tight engagement with a common condenser.
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