During the Kennedy Space Center ground processing of Spacelab systems, emphasis is placed on verification of physical and functional interfaces aboard the spacecraft. Experiment-related operations consist of the integration of various experiment elements into the flight module. After Spacelab-Space Shuttle interfaces have been verified, the Spacelab cargo is transferred to the Orbiter Processing Facility in a controlled environment. Attention is given to the integrity of all payload-to-Space Shuttle interfaces during final closeout operations. Payload-related activities are minimal at the launch pad stage, since only limited access to the payload module is available through the Space lab Transfer Tunnel.


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    Title :

    Spacelab ground processing


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    NASA-ESA Spacelab systems and programs ; 1981 ; Washington, DC


    Publication date :

    1982-01-01


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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