The origin of particulate contamination on the Space Station will mostly be from pre-launch operations. The adherence and subsequent release of these particles during space flight are discussed. Particle size, release velocity, and release direction are important in determining particle behavior in the vicinity of the vehicle. The particulate environment at the principal science instrument locations is compared to the space shuttle bay environment. Recommendations for possibly decreasing the particulate contamination are presented.


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    Title :

    Space station particulate contamination environment


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    Publication date :

    1988-05-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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