MSL Mars Rover Cryogenic Load Cell

Product catalog summary

Product Overview
The document discusses the DTM Actuator, Cryogenic Load Cell, Gimbal Assembly, and Ball Screw, focusing on their application in space missions.

Products in Use
It highlights the NASA/JPL-Space/Flight Qualified Cryogenic Dual-Bridge Donut Load Cell, which is used in NASA's Curiosity rover.

Application Summary
FUTEK was tasked by NASA to create a cryogenic donut load cell for the Curiosity rover's drilling arm. This sensor is crucial for monitoring the forces exerted by the drill bit on the Martian surface.

Additional Information
FUTEK provides conceptual illustrations for their applications and offers solutions in load, torque, pressure, multi-axis, calibration, instruments, and software.

Certifications
The document mentions FUTEK's compliance with ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 17025:2005 standards.

Catalog excerpts

APPLICATION 126 MSL Mars Rover Cryogenic Load Cell A D V A N C E D S E N S O R T E C H N O L O G Y, I N C . PRODUCTS IN USE NASA/JPL-Space/Flight Qualified Cryogenic Dual-Bridge Donut Load Cell. APPLICATION SUMMARY FUTEK was commissioned by NASA to develop a cryogenic donut load cell directly operating within Curiosity’s drilling arm. This sensor stands responsible to monitor the drill bit’s forces as it pierces into the Martian terrain. All FUTEK application illustrations are strictly conceptual. Please contact us with questions. DTM Actuator Cryogenic Load Cell Gimbal Assembly Ball Screw Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com AP1030 ISO ISO 9001:2008 17025:2005 U.S. Manufacturer

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