RPCM Task

AKA the Remote Power Control Module

The RPCM is an International Space Station external electronics component.

In this task, Ranger will remove the RPCM from its receptacle,
move the ECU to a neutral postion, and then return the RPCM to its receptacle.

Task Operations:

Grasp Microconical Fitting (MEE)

Release Attachment Bolt

Remove ORU from receptacle

Replace ORU in receptacle

Fasten Attachment Bolt

Release Microconical Fitting

RPCM ORU

ORU Info:

7 x 7 x 4 Inches
10 lbm.
14 Pitch ACME Screw
Bumper Wedge Alignment Guides

10 ft-lb Max install torque
10 ft-lb Max removal torque

End Effector

Microconical End Effector

Interface

Microconical Interface


NB RPCM

NB RPCM in receptacle


NB RPCM Secured

RPCM Receptacle

RPCM Receptacle

RPCM Bolt


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Last updated: June 1999