Design and Construction of Attitude Correcting Solenoids for the TRAAC Satellite.
Abstract
The design procedure is given which was employed in developing a set of four electromagnetic solenoids to correct the attitude of the TRAAC Satellite with respect to the ear h by torque produced with the earth's magnetic field. Fluctuations in power drain and moment produced by the solenoids are given for variations in satellite power supply voltage. Analysis and design are given for the capacitor discharge demagnetizing system required to satisfy the stringent requirement on moment produced by the solenoids when the current is turned off. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0267878
Entities
People
- Edward T. Hooper
- Richard H. Lundsten
Organizations
- Naval Ordnance Laboratory