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OMEGA (One-Man Extravehicular Gimbal Arrangement)
OMEGA (One-Man Extravehicular Gimbal Arrangement) shown here permits unlimited freedom, and was designed around a parallel pair of 32-inch-diameter thin-line angular-contact bearings with half the balls removed to minimize friction. Tests have been conducted with OMEGA subjects in flight suits and pressure suits to determine the best gimbal restraint system and operation techniques. The test subjects are suspended in a sling support from a single RDS cable. As they translate about, the RDS tracks them, keeping the cable vertical. The test subjects operate in an effectively zero-g environment in the horizontal plane
Space Image feature a selection of NASA's incredible imagery
Media ID 635562
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the groundbreaking OMEGA (One-Man Extravehicular Gimbal Arrangement) system, a remarkable feat of engineering designed to provide astronauts with unparalleled freedom during spacewalks. The ingenuity behind OMEGA lies in its utilization of a parallel pair of 32-inch-diameter thin-line angular-contact bearings, with half the balls removed to minimize friction. This ingenious design allows for unlimited movement and flexibility in outer space. To ensure optimal performance and safety, rigorous tests have been conducted using both flight suits and pressure suits on brave test subjects. These individuals are suspended in a secure sling support from a single RDS cable while they navigate their surroundings. As they translate through space, the RDS tracks their every move, ensuring that the cable remains perfectly vertical at all times. The true marvel of OMEGA is its ability to create an effectively zero-gravity environment within the horizontal plane. Astronauts utilizing this extraordinary system can maneuver effortlessly as if weightless, enabling them to carry out complex tasks and experiments with utmost precision. This awe-inspiring image captures not only the advanced technology behind OMEGA but also represents humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration beyond our planet's boundaries. It serves as a testament to mankind's indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to pushing the limits of what is possible in order to unravel the mysteries that lie beyond Earth's atmosphere.
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