Concepts for the evolution of the Space Station ProgramAn evaluation is made of innovative but pragmatic waste management, interior and exterior orbital module construction, Space Shuttle docking, orbital repair operation, and EVA techniques applicable to the NASA Space Station program over the course of its evolution. Accounts are given of the Space Shuttle's middeck extender module, an on-orbit module assembly technique employing 'Pringles' stack-transportable conformal panels, a flexible Shuttle/Space Station docking tunnel, an 'expandable dome' for transfer of objects into the Space Station, and a Space Station dual-hatch system. For EVA operations, pressurized bubbles with articulating manipulator arms and EVA hard suits incorporating maneuvering, life support and propulsion capabilities, as well as an EVA gas propulsion system, are proposed. A Space Station ultrasound cleaning system is also discussed.
Document ID
19870051480
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Michaud, Roger B. (Management and Technical Services Co. Houston, TX, United States)
Miller, Ladonna J. (GE Management and Technical Services Co. Houston, TX, United States)
Primeaux, Gary R. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)