A space platform is a type of spacecraft that would be operated by receiving a number of services in space. These services would include exchanging instruments and materials, repair, refueling, inspection and adjustment, transportation and assembly. The space platform will require various technologies. The development of this large, multi-purpose spacecraft would require sophisticated technologies to achieve a high degree of flexibility in operation and mission requirement. These technologies would include system modularization, replaceable units, rendezvous and docking (RVD) technology, guidance and control of a large structure, large capacity communication and data handling through data relay satellites, a structure and mechanism for adapting the module and unit concept, a bi-phase loop for thermal control, propulsion technology with refueling and automatic (and autonomous) operation technology.


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    Title :

    Technology Required by the Space Platform


    Contributors:
    N. Hara (author) / M. Homma (author) / T. Hamasaki (author) / R. Imai (author)

    Publication date :

    1987


    Size :

    12 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English






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