Abstract:
Methods, devices, and systems are described for a bracket fixture for securing a load to a soft goods layer in a space habitat. The bracket fixture includes a base having a plurality of sides, the plurality of sides having a pin parallel to its respective side, and an aperture between the pin and the respective side. The bracket fixture further includes a protrusion extending from the base, the protrusion including a fixture element.
Abstract:
A space station includes: a core with multiple connected core pods; a ring with multiple connected ring pods; at least one shaft connecting the core and the ring, the at least one shaft including multiple connected shaft pods. The core pods are substantially identical to one another, the ring pods are substantially identical to one another, and the shaft pods are substantially identical to one another.
Abstract:
Cell-based space systems with nested-ring structures that interlock and can change configuration to support a mission are provided. The cells may self-assemble into a larger structure to carry out a mission. Multiple rotatable rings may be included in a cell, with a payload/control section in the center. The rings may provide power and/or data to trams that move about the rails. Trams may interlock with other cells, carry sensors or other devices, etc. Cells may be stowed in a cell stack that is deployable. Such cell-based systems may have various applications in space, on Earth, other celestial bodies, and underwater.
Abstract:
A launch vehicle for a space station includes a crew transport vehicle having an orbiter, a cylindrical cargo module separable from the orbiter when in low earth orbit, and a first liquid fuel rocket engine section coupled to the cargo module operable to assist in placement of the launch vehicle in low earth orbit. The first engine section is separable from the cargo module in low earth orbit. The launch vehicle also includes booster rockets operable to place the launch vehicle in low earth orbit, and a liquid fuel tank, which is convertible to form living and working spaces for the space station. The space station includes rentable space that is used to recover launch and assembly costs associated with the space station.
Abstract:
A novel method has been proposed for implementing artificial gravity in the micro-gravity environment of space habitats (or other space environments). This will allow a number of human activities and services performed in an environment that resemble that on Earth, and additionally produce g-force of other environments (such as Moon, Mars, etc.) as required for certain experiments and/or services such as acclimating to a new g-force while in transit to another planetary body. Additionally, we presented a method and system to generate induced pseudo-gravity in selected modules leveraging magnetic elements both in wearables (6) and on selected surfaces (8, floors, seats, beds, etc.) of the module, allowing in Low Earth Orbit, normal gestures like sitting, standing-up or lying-in bed.
Abstract:
L'invention concerne un procédé de détermination par réanalyse d'une ambiance vibratoire d'un système couplé véhicule/passager, le véhicule étant soumis à des efforts extérieurs Fext et étant couplé à un nouveau passager comprenant x=l,..., N charge(s) utile(s), au niveau d'interfaces Ix véhicule/passager, le procédé comprenant une étape DET1) de détermination, à partir d'accélération(s) interfaciale(s) γ x_ref de référence d'un passager de référence, d'accélération(s) interfaciale(s) γ' x relatives au nouveau passager au moyen de la relation suivante (I) :
Abstract:
An In Orbit Transportation & Recovery System (IOSTAR(TM)) (10) is disclosed. One preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises a space tug powered by a nuclear reactor (19).
Abstract:
A space ship/space station (1) includes propulsion rockets (60) for translation and thrusters for station keeping and attitude control. The inner components (2, 8) are rotated to produce variable finite gravities, while the outer components are stationary for zero gravity. A vertical main module (2) has a horizontal network of minor modules (8) attached thereto to form the spokes and periphery of a wheel structure. This module network is rotated by electromagnetic bearings (44, 10) powered by vehicle (1) electricity. Docking nodes (68) are provided for visiting space ships. A meteor shield (84) is provided around main module (2) and the network of minor modules (8).