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custom 18’ long, 8-1/2’ wide and 36 inches high trailer is
constructed of welded steel tubing designed to minimize bending and torsional
distortion. It incorporates a 48” x 48” x 1-1/2” precision
finished steel plate for mounting a telescope gimbal and pedestal (GTA).
The trailer meets transport requirements for C-17 airlift, military sealift
transport and DOT national highway travel. Winch operated, lightweight
fiberglass and honeycomb half shells provide protection for the telescope
assembly during travel. The shells incorporate slip hinges for rapid removal
in the field.
Satellite
Tracking Trailer Features include:
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Dual 8,000-pound Dexter Air-flex axles;
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Surge-actuated
hydraulic drum brakes;
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Adjustable
height lunette eye hitch;
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Sealed
weather proof/dust tight compartments for utilities and electronics;
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Control
electronics compartment with EIA rack assembly
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Compartment
mounted power, hydraulics and chiller panels;
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4
stabilizing jacks to isolate the frame/GTA equipment during operation.
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