Patents Examined by L. Semuwegus
  • Patent number: 6722614
    Abstract: In a solar array paddle having panels which are connected to a main body of a satellite and rotatably connected to one another, elastic insertion members for prevention of vibration are disposed in a clearance between each of the panels and between the main body and the panel adjacent to the main body when the panels are housed, folded, and layered. Each of the insertion members for prevention of vibration is inserted into the clearances and between the main body of the satellite and the panels adjacent to the main body such that one surface contacts a first panel and the other surface is adhered to a second panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2004
    Assignee: Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventors: Takuo Ozawa, Tsuyoshi Ozaki