The Space Glossary

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Below are listed some random articles of the glossary.

Orbital Transfer

Deutsch: Orbitaltransfer / Español: Transferencia Orbital / Português: Transferência Orbital / Français: Transfert Orbital / Italiano: Trasferimento Orbitale

Orbital transfer in the Space industry refers to the process of moving a spacecraft from one Orbit to another. This is a Critical maneuver used to position satellites, space probes, and other spacecraft into their designated operational orbits after Launch or during their mission.

Brazing

Deutsch: Löten / Español: Soldadura / Português: Brasagem / Français: Brasage / Italian: Brasatura

Brazing is a metal-joining process that involves the use of a filler metal with a melting point above 450°C (842°F) but below the melting point of the base metals. In the Space industry, brazing is crucial for creating strong, reliable joints in components subjected to extreme conditions.

Launch Vehicle

Deutsch: Trägerrakete / Español: Vehículo de lanzamiento / Português: Veículo lançador / Français: Lanceur / Italiano: Veicolo di lancio

Launch Vehicle in the Space industry refers to a rocket or spacecraft specifically designed to propel payloads—such as satellites, space probes, or crewed spacecraft—from Earth's surface into space. These vehicles are essential for transporting cargo to orbit or beyond, overcoming Earth’s gravitational pull to reach desired altitudes or trajectories.

Equipment Failure

Deutsch: Ausrüstungsversagen / Español: Fallo de Equipo / Português: Falha de Equipamento / Français: Panne d'Équipement / Italiano: Guasto dell'Attrezzatura

Equipment failure in the Space industry refers to the malfunction or breakdown of any Device, component, or system used in spacecraft, satellites, ground stations, or other related Infrastructure. These failures can have severe consequences, ranging from mission delays to complete mission failure and significant financial losses.