Orbital Antares - Manual (Page 45)

Antares
®
OSP-3
User’s Guide
Section 5.0
– Payload Interfaces
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Figure 5.1.2-1. Antares Fairing Standard Access Door Location
5.2. Payload Mechanical Interface and Separation System
Antares provides for a standard non-separating payload interface. Orbital will provide all flight hardware
and integration services necessary to attach non-separating and separating payloads to the Antares
launch vehicle. Payload ground handling equipment is typically the responsibility of the payload contrac-
tor. All attachment hardware, whether Orbital or customer provided, must contain locking features con-
sisting of locking nuts, inserts or fasteners. Additional mechanical interface diameters and configurations
can readily be provided as an enhanced option.