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The ExoMars EDM Structural Model during the parachute pull test


Date: 16 October 2013
Satellite: ExoMars 2016 - EDM
Depicts: ExoMars Entry, Descent and Landing Demonstrator Module Structural Model
Location: Thales Alenia Space, Turin, Italy
Copyright: ESA/B. Bethge

The ExoMars Entry, Descent and Landing Demonstrator Module (EDM) Structural Model during the parachute pull test, simulating the worst-case scenario where all the parachute force is transmitted to the EDM through only one of the three attachment bridles. The parachute force is simulated using a hydraulic jack, part of which can be seen attached to the EDM model.

Last Update: 1 September 2019
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