Mechanical Specification

Grounding

Domain(s)

Space

System(s)

Satellite

Specialty

MECH

Profile(s)

CH, COMM, EXP, PS, RP, SMAC

Specification Type

Recommendation

Grounding provisions are required for the mechanical design to eliminate the potential for ESD charging on floating metal. Any component members with surface areas greater than 20 cm2 shall have a grounding provision. Bolted fittings are acceptable as grounding provisions if the joint meets the electrical resistance requirement for bonding.

[Placeholder: make sure electrical spec deals with floating pins in connectors and cables. Maybe provide a link here if deemed necessary, since the issues are related.

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