ISS Science from Zvezda to Harmony: Challenges and Progress
- Paper number
IAC-08.B3.4.3
- Author
Dr. Igor Sorokin, S.P. Korolev Rocket and Space Corporation Energia, Russia
- Coauthor
Mr. Gary H. Kitmacher, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), United States
- Year
2008
- Abstract
By late 2008, the International Space Station will have been in continuous operation for eight years, with 17 expeditions completed. Primary emphasis throughout this time period has been on station assembly, and the maintenance of crew and machine even when facing logistical challenges resulting from the loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia. However, throughout the entire time period, utilization and scientific research has been pursued. In the first months of crewed operations, an approach to science program formation, definition and implementation was developed and multi-national processes were established. Crew activities included Russian and US national research programs, including Partners' or space tourists' research projects. Research in several disciplines was successfully accommodated. This paper will explore the accomplishments and challenges of both the US and Russian ISS science projects during this time period. The paper will review the crew and ISS resources required to support the research programs; these will include crew time, numbers of pressurized modules, use of workstations, available power, supporting systems and the schedules associated with implementation. The paper will consider the significance of prior experience such as NASA-Mir, and will look at changes being introduced to accommodate the new European Columbus laboratory and Japanese Kibo laboratory. The results, challenges and progress of ISS utilization are reviewed in detail.
- Abstract document
- Manuscript document
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