A Concept of Despin Mechanical Assembly Life Testing Involving Total Characterization.
Abstract
The critical requirements placed on the performance and life of moving mechanical assemblies in spacecraft demand the ultimate in reliability. Confidence levels must be established by testing units over time intervals that are significantly shorter than their intended application life. A concept of total mechanical assembly life testing through comprehensive instrumentation for early detection of system degradation is presented. Testing criteria and appropriate measurement techniques are discussed. On the basis of this approach, an advanced technology test program was initiated in 1972.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 29, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA013721
Entities
People
- Arthur S. Forster
- Seymour Feuerstein
Organizations
- The Aerospace Corporation