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Modular transport container for satellites

  • US 6,237,795 B1
  • Filed: 05/26/2000
  • Issued: 05/29/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/26/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A modular transport container for launch vehicle payloads/adapter ring assemblies providing vibration isolation, temperature, humidity, and air quality environment control, said container comprised of:

  • a. a mounting assembly interposed between the payload adapter ring and a transport palet, said mounting assembly comprised of a circular mounting platform having a top surface, a bottom surface, and openings for the passage of a gas with the payload adapter ring being attached to said platform'"'"'s top surface, a plurality of adjustable vibration isolators interposed between the bottom surface of said circular mounting platform and a base ring, said base ring having at least one input and output valve for the passage of a gas, and a gasket seal to provide an airtight seal between the pallet and the base ring;

    b. an environmental cover assembly comprised of a plurality of cylindrically-shaped shroud sections having gasket seals at the top and bottom of each section whereby airtight seals can be obtained, the first-shroud section being lowered over the satellite and mounting assembly and attached to the base ring and successive shroud sections being attached as necessary to enclose the payload, and a lid attached to the top shroud section; and

    c. external systems for maintaining the desired environment comprised of a positive pressure gas purge system, means for maintaining a desired temperature within the modular container, monitor sensing means for measuring temperature, humidity, and vibration levels, and power source means for operating said external systems.

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