AN EVALUATION OF PROPOSED APPLICATIONS OF REMOTE HANDLING IN SPACE
Abstract
This report reviews the literature from 1954 to 1964 and discusses problems of applying remote handling techniques to assembly and maintenance operations in space. The techniques can be classified in two categories: (1) encapsulation, where the operator is positioned in a vehicle having manipulanda which he can operate directly and (2) telechirics, where the operator is positioned at a control module physically distant from the manipulative device which he must operate remotely. Both telechiric and encapsulation approaches appear feasible. Considerable research and development is needed to make either concept practical. In that the situations in which these devices will be employed are associated with systems still in the design stages, consideration might first be given to better definitions of specific mission and task requirements. Advances in other areas of investigation should be monitored fairly closely. Work being done in rendezvous techniques and myoelectric control are relevant to problems to be overcome in applying remote handling devices to assembly and maintenance tasks in space.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0608802
Entities
People
- Gerald P. Chubb