Space utility conduit
AssigneeFairchild Space and Defense Corporation
InventorsBarney F. Gorin, Michael J. McLay
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Abstract
A space utility conduit for use in space structures such as space stations. The space utility conduit includes a plurality of substantially identical interconnectable conduit segments or modules. Each module contains a plurality of utility lines for transporting a fluid or electricity or the like throughout the space structure. The modules have a lazy S-shape that enables them to be easily installed and removed from the space structure. The S-shaped module is rotatably connected to the space structure prior to it being connected to adjacently located modules. A module is also provided that allows access to the utility lines through a connector or port that is connectable to a connector located exterior to the space structure.
Claims13
A space utility conduit for use in a space structure comprising a plurality of substantially similar conduit segments having connecting means for enabling said conduit segments to be connected together, each of said conduit segments comprising at least two utility lines located within said conduit segment having connectors connected thereto, micrometeorite shielding associated with said conduit segment and means for connecting said conduit segment to said space structure.
A space utility conduit for use in a space structure comprising a plurality of substantially similar conduit segments, each of said conduit segments comprising a substantially straight central portion with ends and elbow shaped end portions extending from the ends of the substantially straight central portion, connecting means located on the elbow shaped end portions for enabling the elbow shaped end portions to be connected together and space structure connecting means associated with said conduit segment for connecting said conduit segment to said space structure.
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