Closing Force Evaluation of a Sample Return Capsule for a Phobos Sample Return Mission

The mission objective of the Phobos Sample Return is to collect and return 100 g of Phobos’ surface material to Earth inside a tight enclosure composed of a Vault, a Sample Container and sealing elements. One important aspect of the project was the development of a closing mechanism capable of ensur...

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Main Authors: Radu Mihalache, Dragos Mihai, Gheorghe Megherelu, Ionut Florian Popa, Ionut Sebastian Vintila, Alexandru Paraschiv
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/17/8115