NASA NTRS · 20010041269
Touch and Go Surface Sampler (TGSS)
Abstract
The Touch and Go Surface Sampler (TGSS) is a new class of planetary and small body sample acquisition tool that can be used for the surface exploration of Europa, Titan and comets. TGSS in its basic configuration consists of a high speed sampling head attached to the end of a flexible shaft. The sampling head consists of counter rotating cutters that rotates at speeds of 3000 to 15000 RPM. The attractive feature of this if touch and go type sampler is that there are no requirements for a lander type spacecraft. Additional information is contained in the original extended abstract.
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Gorevan, S. P., Rafeek, S.. 2001-01-01. Touch and Go Surface Sampler (TGSS). https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20010041269
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