The design and analysis of repeated locking-releasing device for payload in space

The repeated locking-releasing device is used to extend the application range of payload in space. A repeated locking-releasing device with a slider crank mechanism and an electromagnetic device is presented. The key components, including the support and slider crank mechanism, are optimized. The simulation analysis is carried out to get the kinematics characteristics of this device. The sample is developed and its corresponding experiments are carried out to test its comprehensive performance.

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