Development of the Descent Brake Mechanism for the Mars Science Laboratory.

摘要

This paper will describe the design and testing of an electromechanical damper assembly for the Mars Science Laboratory as well as provide the current program status. Unique test equipment was developed for verification of flight requirements and is presented. Included in this paper are the problems that arose during design and testing that are peculiar to a device intended to dissipate energy. Also discussed are the lessons learned relating to assembly and test anomalies and the resulting corrective actions.