The Space Glossary

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Below are listed some random articles of the glossary.

Embedded system

Deutsch: Eingebettetes System / Español: Sistema embebido / Português: Sistema embarcado / Français: Système embarqué / Italiano: Sistema incorporato

Embedded system in the space industry refers to a specialised computer system integrated within spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, and ground support equipment to perform dedicated functions. These systems are typically designed for real-time operation, high reliability, and resilience to the harsh conditions of space, controlling everything from propulsion and navigation to communication and payload management.

Touchdown zone

Deutsch: Landezone / Español: Zona de aterrizaje / Português: Zona de pouso / Français: Zone d'atterrissage / Italiano: Zona di atterraggio /

The touchdown zone (TDZ) is the first 3000 feet (roughly 1000 m) of the Runway or the first third of the runway, whichever is less, measured from the threshold.

Large Synoptic Survey Telescope

The Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) is the flagship mission of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. This groundbreaking survey is planned to run for at least ten years and will dramatically enhance our understanding of the universe through the collection and analysis of vast amounts of astronomical data.

Communication and Coordination

Deutsch: Kommunikation und Koordination / Español: Comunicación y Coordinación / Português: Comunicação e Coordenação / Français: Communication et Coordination / Italiano: Comunicazione e Coordinamento

Communication and Coordination are essential components in the Space industry. They refer to the methods and processes used to ensure effective information exchange and organized efforts among various entities involved in space missions, including Spacecraft, Ground control, international space agencies, and other stakeholders.