Current plans for astrophysics experiments using the Space Station are summarized. The planning history is briefly traced; the fundamental roles of the Station as observatory, assembly plant, and service point for free-flying astrophysics platforms are considered; the NASA astrophysics programs are described; the chief outstanding problems are listed; and the need for smaller experiments is stressed. Lists of desired Station performance parameters and charts showing projected completion dates for Station components are provided.
Astrophysics and the Space Station - Executive summary of the NASA Working Group
1985-01-01
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Keine Angabe
Englisch
Space Station Executive Summary
NTIS | 1972
Space station executive summary
NTRS | 1972