Table 1 Design parameters of the docking mechanism.

From: Structural design, accuracy analysis, and mechanical calibration of a small two-component docking mechanism for large loads in space

Technical indicators

Target parameters

External dimensions of the active side

Φ465 × 450 mm

External dimensions of the passive side

Φ405 × 160 mm

Positioning accuracy in each direction of robotic arm

± 38 mm

Angular deviation in each axis of robotic arm

± 2.0 °

Total mass of the single component

52 kg

Load capacity of the dual components

4500 kg

Positioning accuracy in each direction

± 1.5 mm

Angular deviation in each axis

± 0.9 °

  1. The constraints of the active and passive sides are closely related to the task workflow, implementation plan, and performance indicators. The specific constraints are as follows:
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