Exosat/Delta - Demonstrated short-term backup launcher capability through international cooperation

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Oct 1983

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International Astronautical Federation, International Astronautical Congress, 34th, Budapest, Hungary, Oct. 10-15, 1983. 12 p.

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astronomy

Cosmic X Rays, Delta Launch Vehicle, Exosat Satellite, International Cooperation, Spaceborne Astronomy, X Ray Astronomy, European Space Programs, Instrument Packages, Nasa Programs, Satellite-Borne Instruments, Space Maintenance

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The instrumentation, performance parameters, Delta launch implementation, and development program of the Exosat, launched in February 1983 are described. The X ray satellite was integrated into the Delta vehicle over a three month period, and will survey mainly previously observed X ray objects by directing its detectors at them just before they are occulted by the moon. The 120 kg science package, powered by 260 W of power from solar panels, include low- and medium-energy imaging devices. The spacecraft was originally intended for Ariane launch, but scheduling conflicts, plus the need for a polar-type orbit, dictated the use of the Western Space and Missile Center. Maintenance of Delta compatibility throughout the development of the Exosat facilitated the transfer of launch vehicles, as did full existing documentation of the spacecraft and familiarity between the ESA and NASA managers of the development and launch programs, respectively.

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