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Deutsch: Weltraumlogistik / Español: Logística espacial / Português: Logística espacial / Français: Logistique spatiale / Italiano: Logistica spaziale /

Logistics is generally the detailed organization and implementation of a complex operation. In a general business sense, logistics manages the flow of goods between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.

Deutsch: Langzeit-Ausdauer / Español: Larga duración / Português: Longa duração / Français: Longue endurance / Italiano: Lunga durata

Long-endurance in the Space industry context refers to the capability of spacecraft, satellites, or space missions to operate effectively over extended periods, often significantly beyond their initial expected service life. This quality is essential for maximizing the return on investment in space assets and for supporting missions that require prolonged operational periods, such as deep space exploration, Earth observation, and communication satellites. Long-endurance missions are characterized by robust design, reliable systems, and often, the ability to repair, update, or service the spacecraft, either through human spaceflights or robotic missions.

Deutsch: Länge / Español: Longitud / Português: Longitude / Français: Longitude / Italian: Longitudine

Longitude in the Space industry context refers to the angular Distance, measured in degrees, east or west of the Prime Meridian, which runs through Greenwich, England. It is used to determine the geographical positioning of satellites, Space stations, and other space-related objects in Earth's orbit, particularly in geostationary orbits.

LoRa (short for Long Range) is a low-power, long-range wireless communication technology that is used in the aerospace industry for a variety of applications. It is a type of wireless radio frequency (RF) technology that uses a modulation scheme called chirp spread Spectrum (CSS) to transmit data over long distances using very low power levels.

LOS in the Space industry context stands for "Line of Sight." It refers to the direct visual or radio frequency (RF) path between a transmitting and receiving antenna or communication Device. LOS is a Critical concept in space communications, as it determines whether two objects, such as satellites or spacecraft, can establish a connection or maintain uninterrupted communication. Understanding LOS is vital for planning and maintaining space missions, satellite operations, and ground-based control centers.

Lubrication is the process or technique of using a lubricant to reduce friction and wear and tear in a contact between two surfaces. The study of lubrication is a discipline in the field of tribology.

Deutsch: Mond-Gateway / Español: Portal Lunar / Português: Portal Lunar / Français: Porte Lunaire / Italiano: Portale Lunare

Lunar Gateway in the Space industry context refers to a planned space station that will Orbit the Moon, serving as a multi-purpose outpost for lunar exploration, scientific research, and as a stepping stone for future deep-space missions, including human missions to Mars. The Gateway is a collaborative project LED by NASA, with significant contributions from international partners, including the European Space Agency (ESA), the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and Roscosmos. The Lunar Gateway is part of NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and establish a sustainable human presence by the end of the decade.

Deutsch: Mondinsertion / Español: Inserción lunar / Português: Inserção lunar / Français: Insertion lunaire / Italiano: Inserimento lunare

Lunar insertion is a Critical maneuver in Space missions that involves transitioning a spacecraft from Earth-centered Orbit to a trajectory that will allow it to enter orbit around the Moon. This maneuver is key for any mission aiming to explore or orbit the Moon, including manned lunar missions, lunar satellites, and other lunar Exploration initiatives.