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LDDM
Launch-Hardened Deploy and Docking Mechanism (LDDM) is an all-in-one reusable, launch-hardened satellite deployment and re-docking mechanism family that enables on-orbit refueling, satellite upgrades, and inspection/servicing missions for spacecraft. Proven rugged V-band hard capture actuated by a reusable electromechanically driven fastener enables LDDM to launch satellites docked.
A robust soft-capture mechanism enables repeated separation, berthing, docking, and deployment with large misalignment capability and variable deployment velocities.
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APPLICATIONS
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Satellite Launch Separation
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In-Space Refueling
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In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing
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Persistent Platforms
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Satellite Upgrades
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Hosting of Inspection/Repair Satellites, Scientific Payloads
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Deorbiting/EOL Management
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Satellite Systems of Systems
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