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A Minion’s Journey. Or: off the high dive into the UHF Antenna . Initial State. Design mostly finished, just about to be assembled in ETU for the first time Successfully deploys antenna. The Journey. Friction analysis Modified sleeves Coax considerations Latch arm interference; security
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A Minion’s Journey Or: off the high dive into the UHF Antenna
Initial State • Design mostly finished, just about to be assembled in ETU for the first time • Successfully deploys antenna
The Journey • Friction analysis • Modified sleeves • Coax considerations • Latch arm interference; security • Point-of-Failure dilemma and consequences • Stacked MOBIs, updated bell crank • And, to tie it all together, a vibe test . . .
. . . which had technical difficulties Don’t over-torque me
Current Status + Documentation • Flight parts ordered, assembly slated upon arrival • Vibe test • CPD on KT • Very important for satellite, but in pretty good shape • MOBI selection
Final Jeopardy Q: Doable? A: Certainement