This space truss prototype is deployed uninflated from a very small package. It inflates to a light, strong, and stiff space frame suitable for many space
applications. Shortly after inflation the structure material rigidifies and internal pressure is no longer required! A L'Garde first!
L'Garde's Inflatable Space Truss Prototype
The IRSS packs into a compact container.
This space truss prototype is deployed uninflated from a very small package. It inflates to a light, strong, and stiff space frame suitable for many space applications. Shortly after inflation the structure material rigidifieds and internal pressure is no longer required! A L'Garde first!
You can view the deployment of the IRSS. And you don't have to wait for anything to download. This link requires at least a dual-ISDN connection and RealPlayer.
If you don't have a fast connection, you can download the deployment. There are some other system requirements to play this video.
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This 30 second movie shows the deployment of the IRSS at ten-times normal speed.
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You can view the deployment of the IRSS. And you don't have to wait for anything to download. This link requires at least a dual-ISDN connection and RealPlayer.
If you don't have a fast connection, you can download the deployment. There are some other system requirements to play this video.
If this link does not work for you, download the free RealPlayer by clicking in this button: