A concept for future small Shuttle launched reusable platforms, considered as a means of cost reduction for LEO missions is described. The first platform of this type of spacecraft is SPAS-01 to be launched in 1982. Follow on concepts are presented for astronomy missions (ASTRO-PLATFORM) and space processing activities (SP-PLATFORM) which have quite different requirements. Further, a 'standard platform' is discussed which could be equipped with payload modules of different nature. The operational and management aspects of this new approach are considered.


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    Title :

    Economy of Small Reusable LEO Satellite Platforms


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    Publication date :

    1981


    Size :

    13 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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