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RMSA [1 record]

Record 1 2002-03-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orbital Stations
CONT

The Rack Main Switch Assembly (RMSA) provides the capability for the crew to shut down power to a payload rack for maintenance and exchange activities.

CONT

Fire Detection and Suppression Panel [FDSP] with Rack Main Switch Assembly. The Fire Detection and Suppression Panel (FDSP) and the Rack Main Switch Assembly (RMSA) are mandatory equipment for all facilities on the ISS [International Space Station]. The FDSP is connected to the overall Fire Detection and Suppression System and provides means for fire detection as well as an access port for a fire extinguisher. The RMSA is the manually operated main power switch.

OBS

rack main switch assembly; RMSA: term and abbreviation officially approved by the International Space Station official approval Group (ISSOAG).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Stations orbitales
OBS

interrupteur principal de bâti; RMSA : terme et abréviation uniformisés par le Groupe de travail de la terminologie de la Station spatiale internationale (GTTSSI).

Spanish

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