CPC B64G 1/443 (2013.01) [B64G 1/2222 (2023.08); F16C 11/12 (2013.01); H02S 30/10 (2014.12); H02S 30/20 (2014.12); B64G 1/44 (2013.01); Y10T 403/45 (2015.01)] | 18 Claims |
1. A self-deployable array of modules comprising:
a plurality of locking hinges coupling adjoining modules in spaced relation, wherein said modules are joined via a hinge apparatus for coupling at least two modules, which comprises:
a hinge member defining a longitudinal axis, including:
a center segment;
a transition segment extending from opposed ends of the center segment; and
a mounting flange segment extending from opposed ends of the transition segment, each mounting flange segment being offset with respect to the center segment, and
wherein the hinge member is configured to lock upon transitioning to the open condition.
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