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7278612 Swaged cable deployment in space  
A cable restraint/deployment mechanism is disclosed for deploying an object in space from a spacecraft. To deploy the object, the cable restraint/deployment mechanism cuts a cable attached to the...
7246777 Method, apparatus, and computer program product for safe exit maneuver from dimensionally extended rotating space vehicle  
There is provided methods, apparatus, and computer program products for implementing a KINSTLER maneuver for an exit vehicle that is departing from a rotating space vehicle such that the exit...
7188558 Pyromechanical separating element  
The invention relates to a pyromechanical separating element having a hermetically sealed pyrotechnic pressure element ( 2 ), which is installed in a housing ( 1 ) and has a gas-forming pyrotechnic...
7156349 Artificial satellite  
A plurality of panels are coupled rotatably by a hinge mechanism. The panels are folded when a rocket loaded with the panels is launched and unfolded in space after the artificial satellite is...
7114684 Method, apparatus, and computer program product for safe exit maneuver from dimensionally extended rotating space vehicle  
There is provided methods, apparatus, and computer program products for implementing a KINSTLER maneuver for an exit vehicle that is departing from a rotating space vehicle such that the exit...
7114683 Device and method for a spacecraft  
The invention presented here relates to a device in a spacecraft comprising a carrier rocket, a satellite and a detachable adapter ( 4 ) for connecting a satellite to the carrier rocket, where the...
7036773 Compact external launcher for small space payloads  
The present invention allows a payload to be launched from the exterior of a conventional launch vehicle with little integration expense. In one example, the invention includes an aerodynamic...
6789767 Active satellite dispenser for reusable launch vehicle  
An active satellite dispenser is preferably attachable to a reusable launch vehicle for deployment of one or more satellites into one or more desired orbits. The active satellite dispenser includes...
6776375 Payload deployment system with an internal cargo unit  
A payload deployment system is described that includes an external shell or tube within which an internal cargo unit is placed. The internal cargo unit encapsulates one or more payloads and seals...
6568639 Autonomous orbit transfer vehicle  
An orbit transfer vehicle for transporting cargo between a low Earth orbit and a higher Earth orbit having a body and an engine operably coupled to the body. A reaction control system is further...
6561461 Orbit transfer vehicle with support services  
An orbit-transfer vehicle provides the navigation, propulsion, and control systems required to transport a payload satellite from a geosynchronous-transfer orbit (GTO) to a predetermined low-earth...
6557802 Device for separation of a plurality of axially arranged satellites  
A separation frame for mounting and separating satellites in a launch vehicle, includes two congruent frames ( 10, 12 ) are arranged one inside the other. The frames are connected to each other by...
6550720 Aerobraking orbit transfer vehicle  
The excess space and weight capacity that is typical of a launch of large satellites to high-energy orbits, such as a geosynchronous orbit, is used to deploy small satellites at a substantially...
6513760 Logistics module system and method  
An orbital vehicle ( 34 ) having a propulsion module ( 33 ) and a logistics module ( 36 ). The logistics module includes a generally cylindrical outer shell ( 56, 541, 542 ) with first and second...
6494406 Rocket fairing and method of opening the same  
A rocket fairing mounted on a forward section of a rocket body included in a rocket comprises a first structure formed on the fairing-base side, and including a first side wall defining a first...
6450454 Spacecraft attack and distress ejectable recorder  
A space vehicle includes an attachment system for attaching the vehicle to another space vehicle, a memory for storing data concerning the status of the other space vehicle and threats experienced...
6439122 Separation system for missile payload fairings  
In detail, the system includes at least one first pulley mounted on the first structural member and at least one-second pulley mounted on the second structural member. A cable is attached by one...
6416018 Satellite dispenser  
A satellite dispenser adapted to be coupled to a launch vehicle. The dispenser includes a single-piece, integrally formed tubular shell for supporting a plurality of independent satellites thereon....
6390416 Reusable, separable, structural connector assembly  
An easy to use, and reuse, separation connector is disclosed that comprises a first component having a plurality of leaf elements with protrusions, and a second component having a recess for...
6357699 Device for controlled release of tension  
A tension-relieving apparatus for reducing a level of tension in a structure. The tension-relieving apparatus includes a housing, a piston, a spacer member and a heat source. The housing has a wall...
6357698 Twin lobe spacecraft dispenser apparatus and method  
A dispenser apparatus and method which includes a blended dispenser shell having a lower portion and a pair of integrally formed upper support portions defining two distinct support areas on which...
6296206 Cantilever, bi-level platform satellite dispenser  
A cantilever, bi-level platform satellite dispenser for supporting a plurality of independently deployable satellites in a dual platform arrangement. The dispenser includes a lower platform...
6286787 Small satellite GEO-to-LEO orbit transfer vehicle  
The excess space and weight capacity of a conventional geosynchronous-transfer launch vehicle is used to deploy satellites to a low-earth orbit (LEO). In a preferred embodiment, an orbit-transfer...
6276639 Apparatus for launching and deploying multiple satellites  
An apparatus for launching and dispensing multiple satellites into orbit includes a central structure and a plurality of satellites releasably bundled around the central structure to form a...
6220548 Deployed equipment modules for satellite architecture improvement  
Deployed equipment modules for satellite architecture improvement (DEMSAI) provide ample thermal radiator for area-limited small satellites that typically deploy large-area solar panels from a...
6138951 Spacecraft dispensing system  
A dispensing system for releasing a number of spacecraft from a launch vehicle. The dispensing system includes a base support structure securely fastened to a launch vehicle and a number of stacked...
6135391 Retention system for a detachable spacecraft capsule mounted on a spacecraft  
The invention is a system for retaining a detachable capsule to a spacecraft, with the capsule having a heat shield with a peripheral edge. In detail; the system includes a plurality of detachable...
6126115 Apparatus for retaining and releasing a payload  
An apparatus for latching an object, such as a payload for a space vehicle, includes an expandible latch which is shifted between a relaxed open condition and a flexed closed condition by actuation...
6076467 System for attaching and separating satellites  
System for attaching and separating satellites which comprises an open ring or metal band (1) which has a channel formed in its inner perimeter, in which jaws are integrated in a discontinuous way,...
6059234 Payload module  
A payload module couples to a forward end of a re-entry vehicle. The payload module includes a cap and a fairing to contain a payload during ascent of the vehicle and to withstand aerodynamic...
6029928 Space launch vehicles configured as gliders and towed to launch altitude by conventional aircraft  
An orbital launch vehicle equipped with aerodynamic lifting surfaces is towed as a glider behind a conventional aircraft. The launch vehicle is used to place spacecraft into low earth orbit. The...
5984235 Integrated launch and spacecraft propulsion system  
A single-stage-to-orbit integrated launch and payload system is provided that includes a support structure, a propulsion system that is supported by the support structure and provides both launch...
5951609 Method and system for autonomous spacecraft control  
An autonomous control system supports autonomous operation of the a spacecraft in carrying out mission objective commands. The control system also provides autonomous fault detection, isolation and...
5884866 Satellite dispenser  
A dispenser that is connectable to a launch vehicle in order to deploy a plurality of satellites in orbit. The dispenser includes a post having a longitudinal axis, an assembly for coupling the...
5765784 System and method for deploying multiple probes  
Systems (10, 10a) and a methods (40) that employ a spin-stabilized spacecraft (12) in combination with a support and deployment module (14) to carry a plurality of probes (16) containing scientific...
5755407 Slotted nut type releasing device for microsatellite ejector  
The locking member of the ejector body (1) is a tensioning pin (6) extending inside a shaft (20) provided below the ejector body. The tensioning pin bears a ring (9) forming an abutment against...
5743492 Payload housing and assembly joint for a launch vehicle  
A launch vehicle payload housing and assembly joint for a launch vehicle, the housing comprising a shroud having first and second shell sections, and a frusto-conical payload adapter mounted in the...
5725183 Multicontact spacing control device  
Two members, such as a spacecraft and an object to be ejected from said spacecraft, are normally maintained in contact by an unlockable connecting device. In order to bring about an optimum control...
5702069 Unlockable connection device  
A device for the unlockable connection between two objects such as a satellite and a spacecraft incorporating a rotary key connection. The unlocking connection is made by the rotation of a ring...
5647561 Containment assembly for spin table  
A system for releasably restraining a first element and a second element is disclosed. The containment system uses a tensioner to urge a clamp into contact with the first element and with the...
5613653 Multisatellite distributor for launcher  
A multisatellite distributor is proposed for putting into orbit a group or cluster of satellites from one or more different types of launchers. The distributor has a mast adapted for use with each...
5605308 Space vehicle dispenser  
A dispenser is disclosed for ejecting space vehicles from a launch vehicle. The dispenser includes an inverted outer truncated cone and an upright inner truncated cone positioned within the outer...
5522569 Satellite having a stackable configuration  
A satellite has two solar array panels which are moveable between a closed configuration and an open configuration. The solar array panels are pivotably mounted on hinges attached along the top and...
5520476 Tie-down and release mechanism for spacecraft  
A release mechanism for attaching and releasing appendages from a main body such that shock and frictional effects are minimized. The release mechanism comprises a housing, a main cylindrical body,...
5464301 Rotary latch  
A rotary latch is disclosed, including a hollow, cylindrical outer member and a concentrically arranged inner rotor. The rotor is rotatable within the outer cylindrical member. The outer...
5411226 Spacecraft adapter and dispenser  
A lift vehicle has an elongated support structure affixed to its upper end, with the axis of elongation of the support structure parallel to or coincident with the longitudinal axis of the lift...
5395149 Device for holding an object onto a support and subsequently separating it therefrom in a controlled sequence  
A device for retaining an object to a support and then separating it therefrom in a controlled sequence embodying a receptacle to be fixed to the support, a chimney fixed to the receptacle and a...
5386953 Spacecraft designs for satellite communication system  
A series of spacecraft designs (10, 26 & 34) for a Satellite Communication System is disclosed. One of the preferred embodiments of the invention called "Domesat" (10) includes a hemispherical,...
5350137 Multiple application paraboloid spacecraft structure  
A combined application paraboloid spacecraft structure that is adapted to serve as a structural element for space transportation vehicles, and in additional applications, as a separated spacecraft....
5253944 Precision alignment and mounting apparatus  
An alignment and mounting apparatus for mounting two modules (10,12) includes a first portion having a cylindrical alignment pin (16) projecting normal to a module surface, a second portion having...
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