[AR] Re: What makes a useful launch vehicle?
- From: Ed LeBouthillier <codemonky@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: arocket@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2019 12:22:32 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
We don't plan on offering any interface for the payloads to electrically
connect to the
launch vehicle, though. Is that a show stopper?
Here's how Rocket Lab describes their interfade:
The Electron offers a standardized bulkhead electrical interface for connecting
one or more
spacecraft separation systems. Details of this interface are provided in the
mission specific
ICD.
As a non-standard service, a payload electrical umbilical, available from
spacecraft mate to
the launch vehicle, through launch, is available for customer use. The
umbilical provides up
to ten twisted shielded pairs and ethernet connectivity, allowing Customers to
charge and
monitor spacecraft post-encapsulation. If this service is utilized, an
electrical ground support
equipment interface panel will be accessible both in the hangar and in a
customer equipment
room near the launch pad. Umbilical harness specifications will be defined in
the mission
specific ICD and provided in accordance with contractual requirements.
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https://www.rocketlabusa.com/assets/Uploads/Rocket-Lab-Payload-Users-Guide-6.2.pdf
]
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