Improving A Remote Manipulator

Set of three reports describes work on Protoflight Manipulator Assembly (PFMA). "Performance Characteristics of Protoflight Manipulator Assembly" presents parameters of PFMA after refurbishment of operating components. "End Effector and Task Board Development for the Protoflight Manipulator Assembly" describes special tools and adaptations allowing PFMA to be used for servicing equipment. "Modular Software Development for the Protoflight Manipulator Assembly" documents interface and control software for PFMA.