Design and development of the quad redundant servoactuator for the space shuttle solid rocket booster thrust vector control [PDF]
The design and theory of operation of the servoactuator used for thrust vector control of the space shuttle solid rocket booster is described accompanied by highlights from the development and qualification test programs.
Lominick, J. M.
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High-performance control of dual-inertia servo-drive systems using low-cost integrated SAW torque transducers [PDF]
—This paper provides a systematic comparative study of compensation schemes for the coordinated motion control of two-inertia mechanical systems. Specifically, classical proportional–integral (PI), proportional–integral–derivative (PID), and resonance ...
Bingham, Chris +2 more
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Independent Orbiter Assessment (IOA): Analysis of the elevon subsystem [PDF]
The results of the Independent Orbiter Assessment (IOA) of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Critical Items List (CIL) are presented. The IOA approach features a top-down analysis of the hardware to determine failure modes, criticality ...
Riccio, J. R., Wilson, R. E.
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It analyzed an electro-hydraulic servo system of typical high-performance underwater manipulator and established mathematical models of the electro-hydraulic servo system when taking Titan-4 7-function manipulator of Schilling company as an example ...
WANG Hongfei +3 more
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Independent Orbiter Assessment (IOA): Analysis of the ascent thrust vector control actuator subsystem [PDF]
The results of the Independent Orbiter Assessment (IOA) of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Critical Items List (CIL) are presented. The IOA approach features a top-down analysis of the hardware to determine failure modes, criticality ...
Riccio, J. R., Wilson, R. E.
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Electromechanical Simulation of Actively Controlled Rotordynamic Systems with Piezoelectric Actuators [PDF]
Theories and tests for incorporating piezoelectric pushers as actuator devices for active vibration control are discussed. It started from a simple model with the assumption of ideal pusher characteristics and progressed to electromechanical models with ...
Kascak, A. F. +3 more
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Many multi-axle applications use electro-hydraulic control systems with proportional valves. The proportional steering system can satisfy common engineering requirements, but it is likely to fail if the steering angle or load changes drastically because ...
Heng Du, JianHua Wei, JinHui Fang
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A study of low-cost reliable actuators for light aircraft. Part A: Chapters 1-8 [PDF]
An analysis involving electro-mechanical, electro-pneumatic, and electro-hydraulic actuators was performed to study which are compatible for use in the primary and secondary flight controls of a single engine light aircraft.
Eijsink, H., Rice, M.
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Variable Friction Device for Structural Control based on Duo-Servo Vehicle Brake: Modeling and Experimental Validation [PDF]
Supplemental damping can be used as a cost-effective method to reduce structural vibrations. In particular, passive systems are now widely accepted and have numerous applications in the field. However, they are typically tuned to specific excitations and
Cao, Liang +5 more
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An ABS control logic based on wheel force measurement [PDF]
The paper presents an anti-lock braking system (ABS) control logic based on the measurement of the longitudinal forces at the hub bearings. The availability of force information allows to design a logic that does not rely on the estimation of the tyre ...
A. Vigliani +22 more
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