PDF - University of Maryland
PDF - University of Maryland
PDF - University of Maryland
Create successful ePaper yourself
Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.
test.col.pp4<br />
End Effector Design Drivers<br />
• Structural / Mechanical Requirements<br />
– Grasp must be non-back-driveable<br />
– Factor <strong>of</strong> safety <strong>of</strong> 1.4 (Test) or 2.0 ( Analysis)<br />
– Withstand 300 lbs Force Along All Axes<br />
– Withstand 200 ft-lbs Moment About All Axes<br />
– Survive 6.75J Impact<br />
– Withstand Launch & Landing Loads<br />
– Meet NASA EVA contact spec<br />
– Meet RTSX Thermal Range<br />
• Operational<br />
– Visual Turn Indicators<br />
– Tool Color Should Contrast With Task Equipment (Not Black)<br />
– Visual Access for Grasp Verification<br />
– Neutral Buoyancy Compatible<br />
Space Systems Laboratory<br />
<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Maryland</strong>