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TGO - EDM separation mechanism


Date: 30 November 2011
Depicts: A full scale model of the mechanism that will give the right separation velocity and spin rate to the ExoMars Entry, Descent and Landing Demonstrator Module when released from the Orbiter
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This photo shows a full scale model of the mechanism that will give the right separation velocity and spin rate to the EDM when released from the Orbiter, three days before reaching the atmosphere of Mars. A series of tests started in end 2011 to verify this critical element in the success of the mission.

Last Update: 1 September 2019
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