The capabilities of the Space Transportation System (STS) to support the conduct of scientific investigations in space are reviewed for two modes of operation - dedicated Spacelab missions and mixed cargo missions. Along with these capabilities exist certain limitations. Their significance and NASA's approach for dealing with them are described. Examples of the unique aspects of the STS's capabilities are demonstrated by citing some of the investigations under development for early STS missions and others planned for future development. In addition, augmentation packages to increase STS capabilities are reviewed, and their impact on the conduct of future scientific investigations is projected.
Capabilities offered by the Space Transportation System for the conduct of scientific experiments
Aerospace Sciences Meeting ; 1981 ; St. Louis, MO
1981-01-01
Conference paper
No indication
English
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