Orbital Minotaur VI - Manual (Page 55)

Minotaur IV • V • VI User’s Guide Section 4.0 – Payload Environment
4.4. Payload Shock Environment
The maximum shock response spectrum at the base of the payload from the launch vehicle will not
exceed the flight limit levels (LV to Payload) in Figure 4.4-1 (Minotaur IV/IV+/VI) and Figure 4.4-2
(Minotaur V/VI+). For missions that utilize an Orbital-supplied separation system, the maximum expected
shock (LV to Payload) will be the level shown for the chosen separation system. For missions that do not
utilize an Orbital-supplied separation system, the maximum expected shock (LV to Payload) is provided
and denoted as "Fairing Jettison Shock at Payload I/F".
For all missions, the shock response spectrum at the base of the payload from payload events should not
exceed the levels in Figure 4.4-3 (Payload to LV). Shock above this level could require requalification of
launch vehicle components.
Figure 4.4-1. Minotaur IV Family Payload Shock Maximum Predicted Environment (MPE) –
Launch Vehicle to Payload
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