Draper System Stops Astronaut Spins

Draper System Stops Astronaut Spins
Nov-24-18
Draper’s new counter-torque system could help prevent astronauts—and space tourists—from spinning out of control.

Going into a spin can be deadly for skydivers and astronauts, since it can be very difficult to bring the spin to a stop. To prevent such mishaps, Draper collaborated with spacesuit designer David Clark to create an anti-spin device that can be installed inside a pressure suit or skydiving suit. The device relies on Control Moment Gyroscopes (CMGs) able to detect the direction and speed of an out-of-control spin and automatically apply the appropriate counter-torque, stopping the spin even at extremely high altitudes.

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