Orbiter towing provides a backup reboost capability for the International Space Station (ISS). Results from recent studies are presented, showing performance, system configuration, mission operations, and programmatics. A proposed flight demonstration to mitigate risks is also discussed.


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    Title :

    Orbiter-Towed Reboost for ISS


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    Publication date :

    1998-01-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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