System for imparting linear momentum transfer for higher orbital insertion

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 10696425
APP PUB NO 20170327250A1
SERIAL NO

15591726

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A system for imparting linear momentum transfer may include a catching mechanism of a target space vehicle and a tether that is configured to impart a linear momentum transfer from the tether to the target space vehicle. The tether may be fixedly or detachably connected to a Kinetic Energy Storage and Transfer (KEST) vehicle that maneuvers and potentially retrieves the tether. Alternatively, the tether may be separate from the KEST vehicle and may be retrieved by a suitable retrieving mechanism, such as a robotic arm.

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  • THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION

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Hickman, Robert Alan Chapel Hill, US 5 10

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