Spacecraft Mechanisms
Ion Thruster Gimbal
These gimbals provide vector-pointing capabilities for various propulsion thruster configurations, including xenon, arc-jet and NTO/MMH etc.
Advantages of the Ion Thruster Gimbal include:
- Light Weight
- 15 year on-orbit design life
- High resolution and accuracy
- Dual axis gimbal actuated by linear actuators for cross axis positioning capabilities
- High reliability space qualified stepper motor's with lead-screw actuation for positioning
Specifications
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Dimensions
16x16x7 inches
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Weight
< 6.6 lbs (including launch locks)
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Payload Weight
44 lbs
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Payload Size
24x24 inches
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Total Rational Range of Travel
±5 in tow axis
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Angular Resolution of Travel
0.00047°
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Angular Velocity
0.0045°/sec (±5° in two axis)
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Angular Accuracy of Gimbal
Under 0.08°
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Operating Temperature Range
-20° to +80°C
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Power Consumption
8 watts max. per actuator
Our extensive product offering of Gimbals are flexible and customizable to your specific needs. For more information on Gimbals, or this specific model please contact our Chatsworth facility.
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