Orbital Minotaur VI - Manual (Page 70)

Minotaur IV • V • VI User’s Guide Section 5.0 – Payload Interfaces
5.2.4.2.3. Minotaur V and VI+ Payload Adapter Fitting
The Minotaur V and VI+ baseline interface is the standard 38.81 in. non-separating interface as shown in
Figure 5.2.3-1. The Minotaur V and VI+ fairing envelope with this interface is show in Figure 5.2.4.2.3-1.
In addition to the baseline interface, there is an optional Minotaur V Payload Attach Fitting (PAF) between
the LV uppermost stage and payload. It is an anisogrid structure constructed of a graphite epoxy lattice
winding that attaches to the forward flange of the uppermost stage forward cylinder. The fairing envelope
with this PAF installed is shown in Figure 5.2.4.2.3-2. The PAF adapts to a 803 mm (31.6 in.) diameter
spacecraft interface ring, as shown in Figure 5.2.4.2.3-3.
5.2.5. Optional Separation Systems
Three separation system options are offered as flight proven enhancements for Minotaur IV family of
launch vehicles. All systems are configurable to various interface diameters and have extensive flight
history. These separation systems include the Orbital Pegasus-developed marmon clamp band system,
Planetary Systems Corp. Motorized Lightband (MLB) System, and RUAG low-shock marmon clamp band
system. Through this enhancement, Orbital procures the qualified separation system hardware, conducts
Figure 5.2.4.2.2-1. Dynamic Envelope for
Standard 92” Fairing with Optional MPAF
Figure 5.2.4.2.2-2. Optional Multi-Payload Adapter
Plate (MPAP) Non-Separating Mechanical
Interface – Accommodates 2 to 4 ESPA-Class
Payloads
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