Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1765578 | Advances in Space Research | 2013 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
⺠The injection into geodesic orbit of the test masses of the LISA-Pathfinder mission is recognized as a critical phase. ⺠A criticality consists in adhesion between the test masses and the release mechanisms. ⺠Residual load and non-synchronous action of the two symmetrical mechanisms is another criticality. ⺠Prediction of the test mass residual velocity based on tests and simulations shows low margins. ⺠Both critical effects are investigated and relevant requirements highlighted.
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Authors
Daniele Bortoluzzi, John W. Conklin, Carlo Zanoni,