Umbilical Deployment Device

TBMG-12235

12/01/2011

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The landing scheme for NASA’s next-generation Mars rover will encompass a novel landing technique (see figure). The rover will be lowered from a rocket-powered descent stage and then placed onto the surface while hanging from three bridles. Communication between the rover and descent stage will be maintained through an electrical umbilical cable, which will be deployed in parallel with structural bridles.

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"Umbilical Deployment Device," Mobility Engineering, December 1, 2011.
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Dec 1, 2011
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TBMG-12235
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English