Miniature satellite design
US6543724B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 5, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G1/443
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention is a micro-satellite assembly. In detail, the invention includes first and second flat structural members containing the satellite payload. First and second tubular elements connect first and second structural members such that they are in a spaced relationship. A plurality of solar panels are movably to the tubular elements between the first and second structural elements, movable from a stored position between the structural elements to an deployed position external of these structural members. A mechanism is provided for biasing the plurality of the solar panels to the deployed position. A second mechanism is used to releasably secure the plurality of solar panels in the stored position.
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