Design and Simulation Analysis of Docking Interface of Linked In-Orbit Replacement Module
Author:
Niu Zhuangwei1, Zhang Jie1, Kong Ning1ORCID, Ren Jie1, Zhuang Yuan2, Wang Bo2, Han Runqi2
Affiliation:
1. School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China 2. Beijing Institute of Spacecraft System Engineering, Beijing 100094, China
Abstract
On-orbit service for spacecraft relies heavily on on-orbit docking with the orbital replacement unit docking interface. Foreign research on the docking interface of the orbit replaceable unit has been in-depth, while the domestic work is still limited. Currently, most design on the docking interface relies on the axial feed of the manipulator, which may result in insufficient docking interface mating force under specific conditions. In view of the above problems, it requires a linear plug-in locking interface for the docking of the orbital replaceable unit, and the design scheme of the tapered rod guide and linkage locking parts needs to be determined. Optimization of the linkage locking mechanism is completed by a finite element simulation. The effect of clearance of the taper rod, effective locking points and friction coefficient have been analyzed by means of dynamics modelling during the docking and locking processes. The research also verified the design rationality for the orbital replaceable unit linkage. A processing path and verification for the prototype have been made as well. This work introduces the idea of self-plugging during the orbital docking process. It lays a foundation for the prototype development and control strategy of the orbital replaceable unit.
Funder
National Key R&D Program of China
Subject
Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering,Control and Optimization,Mechanical Engineering,Computer Science (miscellaneous),Control and Systems Engineering
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