Orbit Transfer Vehicle (OTV) processing at the space station is divided into two major categories: OTV processing and assembly operations, and support operations. These categories are further subdivided into major functional areas to allow development of detailed OTV processing procedures and timelines. These procedures and timelines are used to derive the specific space station accommodations necessary to support OTV activities. The overall objective is to limit impact on OTV processing requirements on space station operations, involvement of crew, and associated crew training and skill requirements. The operational concept maximizes use of automated and robotic systems to perform all required OTV servicing and maintenance tasks. Only potentially critical activities would require direct crew involvement or supervision. EVA operations are considered to be strictly contingency back-up to failure of the automated and robotic systems, with the exception of the initial assembly of Space-Based OTV accommodations at the space station, which will require manned involvement.


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    Title :

    Orbital Transfer Vehicle Concept Definition and System Analysis Study. Volume 4, Appendix A. Space Station Accommodations. Revision 1. Final Report, July 1984-October 1985


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1987


    Size :

    305 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English