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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 10, 1992
Filed:
Apr. 18, 1991
John W Redmon, Jr, Huntsville, AL (US);
Andre E Miller, Madison, AL (US);
Bobby E Lawson, Madison, AL (US);
William E Cobb, Cullman, AL (US);
United States of America, Washington, DC (US);
Abstract
A thermally isolated deployable shield for spacecraft is provided utilizing a plurality of lattice panels stowable generally against the craft and deployable to some fixed distance from the craft. The lattice panels are formed from replaceable shield panels affixed to lattice structures. The lattice panels generally encircle the craft providing 360 degree coverage therearound. Actuation devices are provided for translating the shield radially outward from the craft and thermally isolating the shield from the craft. The lattice panels are relatively flexible, allowing the shield to deploy to variable diameters while retaining uniform curvature thereof. Restraining devices are provided for holding the shield relatively tight in its stowed configuration. Close-out assemblies provide light sealing and protection of the annular spaces between the deployed shield and the crafts end structure.