An unmanned platform as an initial capability in space

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Dec 1984

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British Interplanetary Society, Journal (Space Technology) (ISSN 0007-084X), vol. 37, Dec. 1984, p. 555-558.

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astronomy

Large Space Structures, Space Platforms, Space Station Structures, Unmanned Spacecraft, Costs, Downlinking, Remote Control, Space Missions, Spaceborne Astronomy, Spaceborne Experiments, Time Lag

Scientific paper

An automated, unmanned space platform is proposed as a lower risk, lower cost alternative to a permanently manned space station. Many operations on a space platform are performed by telepresence controlled from the ground. A space platform is supported by 20-day visits by the Space Shuttle every two months. Mission requirements for a space station are analyzed. Advantages and limitations of a space platform are identified. A space platform is shown to be capable of performing almost all of the missions intended for a space station, at a lower cost, although some missions will be completed more slowly.

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