The complex steel ribbon and spring arrangement to hold the satellite securely to the rocket during flight. The explosive bolt cutter used to release the satellite is shown on the left. After the PAA and PAF are mated, the FAA is attached to the CX-1 satellite. Finally, the Delta II rocket section where the small satellites will be attached. The PAF is shown in place.
Reinforcement stringers on the inside of the module.
The CX-1 satellite in position. The card board on top of the section simulates the skirt of the payload section. There is not much room to reach in and detach the mounting fixtures. The close-up shows how tight it really is.