NASA NTRS · 19890014529
Eddy current damper
Abstract
A high torque capacity eddy current damper used as a rate limiting device for a large solar array deployment mechanism is discussed. The eddy current damper eliminates the problems associated with the outgassing or leaking of damping fluids. It also provides performance advantages such as damping torque rates, which are truly linear with respect to input speed, continuous 360 degree operation in both directions of rotation, wide operating temperature range, and the capability of convenient adjustment of damping rates by the user without disassembly or special tools.
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Ellis, R. C., Fink, R. A., Rich, R. W.. 1989-03-01. Eddy current damper. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19890014529
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