The capabilities and characteristics of Spacelab are discussed, and a process is described for the integration of a large number of experiments into the vehicle. Spacelab payload services and experiment integration functions are examined. The latter include science management; mission definition, documentation, and control requirements and interfaces; analytical integration; ground processing; flight operations; and postflight activities. It is concluded that the major factors involved in Spacelab experiment integration have been optimized to a great extent with respect to maximum science return for minimum cost.


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    Title :

    Spacelab experiment integration


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Aerospace Sciences Meeting ; 1983 ; Reno, NV


    Publication date :

    1983-01-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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