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Cables and components for space exploration
The NASA Mars mission Perseverance rover relies on the most advanced technology in the world. At the same time, the rover, which landed on Mars on February 18, 2021, is also equipped with 'classics' - such as cable ties from ABB.
ABB 's 'Ty-Rap' cable ties can be found in buildings, subways, in the depths of the oceans and in space. They are manufactured to withstand the high stresses of space travel and are protected from corrosion and radiation even in extreme environments. To secure the rover's internal and external wiring and components, as well as research and laboratory equipment, NASA has installed the same 'Ty-Rap' cable ties used in commercial applications around the world.
"Just as standard cable ties in the home help secure everything from indoor cables to outdoor lights, the high-performance Ty-Rap products reliably connect and secure the rover's wires and equipment," said Matthias Heilmann, head of ABB Installation Products. The division, now known as ABB Installation Products, has been supplying products for the space program since 1973. 'Ty-Rap' cable ties continue to be used on NASA's current Curiosity rover and were previously used on the twin Spirit and Opportunity rovers.
Originally patented in 1958, the standard 'Ty-Rap' cable ties, known for their 'Grip of Steel' locking device, were used in commercial and domestic applications. Since then, nearly 30 billion of these cable ties have been produced.
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