The Space Glossary

This website is about everything about space ! You can find here

• our glossary
• a directory of companies in the space industry
• a forum to discuss everything regarding space and astrophysics
• a calendar with lauches, exhibitions and other events
• a job market, where you can publish your CV or free job positions

Below are listed some random articles of the glossary.

Composite Material Layup

Deutsch: Zusammengesetztes Materialaufbau / Español: Colocación de Material Compuesto / Português: Disposição de Material Composto / Français: Disposition de Matériau Composite / Italiano: Posizionamento di Materiale Composito

Composite material layup is a crucial process in the Space industry involving the arrangement and Assembly of composite materials to create strong, Lightweight structures for spacecraft and related technologies.

Minuteman

Deutsch: Minuteman / Español: Minuteman / Português: Minuteman / Français: Minuteman / Italiano: Minuteman

Minuteman refers to a series of intercontinental Ballistic missiles (ICBMs) developed by the United States during the Cold War. Although primarily a military term, the technology and developments from the Minuteman missile program have had significant implications for the Space industry, particularly in Rocketry and missile technology.

Drilling and Fastening

Deutsch: Bohren und Befestigen / Español: Perforación y Fijación / Português: Perfuração e Fixação / Français: Perçage et Fixation / Italiano: Perforazione e Fissaggio

Drilling and Fastening in the Space industry refer to the processes and techniques used to create holes and secure components or structures together, often under challenging conditions such as microgravity, Vacuum, and extreme temperatures. These operations are essential for assembling Spacecraft, conducting repairs, and performing scientific experiments in space.

Real-Time Processing

Deutsch: Echtzeitverarbeitung / Español: Procesamiento en Tiempo Real / Português: Processamento em Tempo Real / Français: Traitement en Temps Réel / Italiano: Elaborazione in Tempo Reale

Real-Time Processing refers to the immediate analysis and management of data as it is generated in the Space industry. This capability is crucial for monitoring and controlling spacecraft, satellites, and other space missions, enabling prompt decision-making and adjustments.