NASA NTRS · 19910000135
Device Measures Angle Of Deployment
Abstract
Simple electromechanical device indicates angular position of unfolding panel during and after deployment. Resistance of potentiometer gradually increases as unfolding of solar panel about hinge moves wiper of potentiometer. At full deployment, panel pushes and opens normally closed switch. Designed for use on panel of solar photovoltaic cells in spacecraft, modified for use in other, similar position-indicating applications.
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Jermakian, Joel B.. 1991-04-01. Device Measures Angle Of Deployment. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19910000135
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