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PROBE (Precision Reflector Orbital Build Experiment) : A proposed flight experiment to study EVA assembly of precision segmented reflectors

Author
Heard, Walter
Published
JAN 1, 1990.
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Summary
PROBE (Precision Reflector Orbital Build Experiment) is a Shuttle flight demonstration experiment designed to study extravehicular activity (EVA) assembly of precision segmented reflectors. PROBE will support missions being considered for NASA's Global Change Technology Initiative as well as other missions in astrophysics and spacecraft optical communications requiring large precision reflectors. Such reflectors are envisioned to consist of a low-mass backup truss to which the optical surface is attached. Because of their large size, these reflectors will be constructed on-orbit from smaller pieces which can be packaged in the launch vehicle. The technology to be developed with PROBE also has application for construction of solar dynamic collectors which are planned for the enhanced configuration of Space Station Freedom. Viewgraphs of PROBE are presented.
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NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) Collection.
Note
Document ID: 19930018652.
Accession ID: 93N27841.
NASA, Washington, Technology for Space Station Evolution. Volume 5: Structures and Materials(Thermal Control System; p 269-299.
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