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Pyrotechnic switching unit (PSU)
The unit onboard a spacecraft that provides redundant power conditioning and energy storage, and, upon command, redundant power switching for firing electro-explosive or pyro devices. The PSU has the capability to initiate 34 separate events involving one or more pyro devices..
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- Industry/Domain: Aerospace
- Category: Space flight
- Company: NASA
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