The Columbus Space Station elements, operating scenario, payload requirements, system design, and development are summarized. Columbus consists of a resource module, pressurized module, payload carrier, and servicing vehicle for work in material and fluid sciences, life sciences, space sciences, and Earth observation. The implementation of respective infrastructure elements is based on experience gained on the space systems produced (e.g., Spacelab) or defined (e.g., EURECA) in Europe, and is tailored to stepwise build-up from initial to ultimate capabilities offered to ESA for European-wide conduct. Cost and schedule assessments, together with technical and programmatic definitions, confirm that the Columbus program is well within realistic European potentials.
Colombus Feasibility Studies, Executive Summary
1988
96 pages
Report
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Englisch