Subseries III.D.4.  Apollo Follow-On Programs Subseries III.D.6.  Manned Interplanetary Concepts
Subseries III.D.5.
Space Station Program

The material in this subseries relate to studies and development work on earth-orbital space stations as part of a post-Apollo space program. Documents pertaining to Apollo follow-on space station development, including the Saturn Orbital Workshop/Skylab program are filed under subseries III.D.4.g. (Earth Orbital Program Studies/Skylab). Documents are arranged chronologically by study.


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139 11 Study of a Rotating Manned Orbital Space Station.

Final Report. (Lockheed/LCO/SO. LR 17502. March 1964.)

Volume I:

Report Contents.

Section 1 - Introduction.

Section 2 - Technical Summary.


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Volume II:

Section 3 - Preliminary Investigations.

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Volume III:

Section 4 - Configuration Studies.

Section 5.1 - Structures Subsystem.

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Volume IV:

Section 5.2 - Navigation and Guidance Subsystem.

Section 5.3 - Stabilization and Attitude Control Subsystem.

Section 5.4 - Propulsion Subsystem.

Appendix A - Guidance Accuracies.

Appendix B - Stabilization and Control.

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Volume V:

Section 5.5 - Data Management Subsystem.

Section 5.6 - Displays and Controls Subsystem.

Section 5.7 - Communications, Command, and Tracking Subsystems.

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Volume VI:

Section 5.8 - Electrical Power Subsystem.


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Volume VII:

Section 5.9 - Environmental Control and Life Support Subsystems.

Section 5.10 - Miscellaneous Sensors and Equipment.

Section 5.11 - Reliability and Maintainability.

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Volume VIII:

Section 6 - Human Factors.

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Volume IX:

Section 7 - Ground Support.

Section 8 - Program Definition.

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Volume XI: Summary.

8 "Selection of a Power System for a Large Space Station." (MSC. NASA General Working Paper 10 029. June 9, 1964)

142 1 "Radiation Protection for Manned Orbiting Space Stations." (Douglas/MSSD. SM-46257. September 1964)
2 Manned Orbital Research Laboratory (MORL) Studies
-Optimization of the Manned Orbital Research Laboratory (MORL) System Concept.

Report. (Douglas/MSSD. September 1964)

Volume III: Systems Analysis - Experimental Program. (SM-46074.)

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Volume IV: Systems Analysis - Flight Crew. (SM-46075.)

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Volume V: Operations - Systems Analysis. (SM-46076.)

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Volume IX: Effectiveness Studies - MORL and Unmanned Concepts. (SM-46080.)

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Volume XIII: Laboratory Mechanical Systems - Artificial Gravity Systems. (SM-46084.)

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Volume XIV: Laboratory Mechanical Systems - Environmental Control/Life Support. (SM-46085.)

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Volume XV: Laboratory Mechanical Systems - Stabilization and Control. (SM-46086.)

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Volume XVII: Laboratory Electrical/Electronic Systems - Electrical Power. (SM-46088.)

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Volume XIX: Laboratory Electrical/Electronic Systems - Communications and Telemetry. (SM-46090.)

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Volume XXII: Experiment Briefs, Part I. (SM-46093.)

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Volume XXII: Experiment Briefs, Part II. (SM-46094.)

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Volume XXII: Experiment Briefs, Part III. (SM-46095.)

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Volume XXIII: Experimental Program - Tabulation of System Requirements. (SM-46096.)

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Volume XXIV: Technology Studies. (SM-46097.)


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Volume XXV: Preliminary Program Plan. (SM-46098.)

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Volume XXVII: Cost Plan. (SM-46100.)

4 -Development of the Manned Orbital Research Laboratory (MORL) System Utilization Potential.

Report. (Douglas/MSSD.)

Task Area III: MORL Concept Responsiveness Analysis. (November 1965.)

Book 1. (SM-48813.)

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Book 2. (SM-48814.)

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Task Area IV: MORL System Improvement Study. (January 1966.)

Book 5 [Propulsion Subsystem Analysis].

[Part 1]. (SM-48819A.)

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2

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[Part 2]. (SM-48819B.)

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5 -Definition of a Resistojet Control System for the Manned Orbital Research Laboratory.

Final Oral Presentation [presentation graphics]. (Douglas/MSSD. DAC-58119. May 1968).

6 "Preliminary Technical Data for Earth Orbiting Space Stations." (MSC. MSC-EA-R-66-1. November 7, 1966.)

Volume III: Systems.

7 Orbital Astronomy Support Facility (OASF) Study.

Progress Report.

Briefing Manual [presentation graphics]. (Douglas/MSSD. DAC-57992. March 1967.)


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Final Briefing [presentation graphics]. (Douglas/MSSD. DAC-58088. February 1968.)

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[Report.] (MDC/DMSSD. 28 June 1968.)

Volume I: Technical Summary. (DAC-58141.)

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Volume II: Task A - Orbital Astronomy Research Requirements. (DAC-58142.)

Part 1: Baseline Astronomy Research Program.

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Part 2: A Methodology for Systematic Identification of Candidate Space Astronomy Observations.

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Volume III: Task B - Instruments for Orbital Astronomy. (DAC-58143.)

Book 1 of 2.

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Book 2 of 2.

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Volume IV: Task C - Orbital Astronomy Support Facility Concepts. (DAC-58144.)

Book 1 of 3.

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Book 2 of 3.

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[folder 2 of 2]

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Book 3 of 3.

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Volume V: Research and Technology Implications for Orbital Astronomy. (DAC-58145.)

7 Saturn V Single Launch Space Station and Observatory Facility Study.

Midterm Oral Review [presentation graphics]. (Boeing. D2-114017-1. June 14, 1967.)


150 1 Study for Basic Subsystem Module Preliminary Definition.

Mid-Term Report [presentation graphics]. (GD/Convair. 13 June 1967.)

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Final Report. (GD/Convair. GDC-DAB67-003. October 1967.)

Volume I: Condensed Summary.

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Volume II: Technical Summary.

4

Addendum A: Supporting Research Technology.

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Volume III: '71 Configuration.

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Volume IV: '73 Configurations and Structural Arrangements.

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Volume V: Reliability and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.

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Volume VI: Environmental Control and Life Support.


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Volume VIII: Electrical Power Systems.

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Volume IX: Stabilization and Control.

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Volume X: Program Definition.

4 Study of the Astronaut's Capabilities to Maintain Life Support Systems and Cabin Habitability in Weightless Conditions. (Environmental Research Associates. ERA 68-1. c.1968)
5 Study of Manned Space Flight Emergency Concepts.
-Emergency Deorbit Systems for Apollo Type Spacecraft.

[Report.] (Aerospace/SSO. ATR-68(7080)-1. 12 February 1968.)

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7 [-Main Study]

Summary Report. (Aerospace/SSO. ATR-68(7080)-2. April 1968.)

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Technical Discussions. (Aerospace/SSO. ATR-68(7080)-2.VOL I. April 1968.)

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Appendices. (Aerospace/SSO. ATR-68(7080)-2.VOL II. April 1968.)

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2 Intermediate Orbital Workshop.

Project Plan. (MSFC. June 28, 1968.)

3 Intermediate Workshop Study.

[Report.]

Modular Approach. (MSC. MSC-EA-R-68-1. October 1968.)

Volume I.

4 Study of Separately Launched Multi-Use Space Electrical Power System (SLPM).

[Report.] (GE/MSD/IPSO. GESP-7007-1. October 1968.)

Volume 1: Summary Volume.

5 Joint NASA-AEC Study for Integration of Reactor TE System and Space Station.

Mid Term Review [presentation graphics]. (MSFC. December 11, 1968.)

6 Emergency Earth Orbital Escape Device Study.

Final Report. (Lockheed/LMSC/SSD. LMSC-A940555. January 31, 1969.)

Volume 1: Condensed Summary.

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Volume 2: General Technical Summary.

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Volume 2A: System Requirements and Concepts.

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Volume 2B: Spacecraft System Design.

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Volume 2C: Reentry Controls.

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Volume 2D: Environmental Control; Communications; Electrical Systems.

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Volume 2E: Additional Study Tasks.

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Volume 3: Preliminary Program Definition Plan.


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Volume 4: Apollo Applications Program; Emergency Escape System; Preliminary Program Definition Plan.

2 "Space Station Experiment Analysis Activity" [presentation graphics]. (NAR/SD. PD 69-27. February 1969)
3 Requirements Study for a Biotechnology Laboratory for Manned Earth Orbiting Missions.

Final Report. (MCD/MDAC. February 1969.)

Volume I. (DAC-58155.)

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Volume II. (DAC-58156.)

5 Study of Application of Remote Manipulation to Satellite Maintenance.

Final Report. (GE/SSO. 69SD4286. June 1969.)

Volume I: Summary Report.

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Volume II: Technical Report.

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8 "Preliminary Design of Reactor Power Systems for the Manned Space Base." (G. G. McKhann, J. V. Coggi, and S. D. Diamond; MDC/MDAC. MDAC Paper WD 1296. June 1970)
9 "Earth-Moon Transportation." (K. A. Ehricke; NAR/SD. SD 70-338. Presented to the American Astronautical Society, June 8-9-10, 1970)
10 Study of Space Station Propulsion System Resupply and Repair.

Presentation Material Used at NASA Headquarters [presentation graphics]. (MMC/DD. July 1970.)

11 Space Station Prototype Environmental/Thermal Control and Life Support System.

System Summary. (UAC/HS. August 1970.)


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System Configuration Definition; System Installation Data. (UAC/HS.) [folder includes loose material found in binder with report]

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System Performance Specification; Reliability Report. (UAC/HS.) [folder includes loose material found in binder with report]

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[presentation graphics]. (MSC. December 1970.)

4 Commercial Instrumentation for Space Station Application.

Final Report. (Allen C. Norton; Beckman Instruments Inc. FR-1065-101 [N71-13299]. October 31, 1970.)

Volume 1.

5 Space Station Study of Resupply/Repair of Monopropellant Subsystems.

Final Report. (UAC/HS. SP06R70-F. February 1971.)

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7 Earth Orbital Experiment Program and Requirements Study.

Summary Report. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0788. April 1971.)


155 1 Space Station Program (Phase B) Definition Study [McDonnell Douglas contract].

Program Requirements Document (PRD) - Preliminary Draft. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0243. 7 November 1969 rev. 7 January 1970.)

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Analysis of Space Station Impact on KSC. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0749. December 1970.)

Volume II: Appendixes.

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4 -Option Period Study.

Monthly Progress Report. (MDC/MDAC.)

[progress through October 1970] (MDC G0727. November 1970.)

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[progress through November 1970] (MDC G0756. December 1970.)

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[progress through December 1970] (MDC G0777. January 1971.)

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Executive Summary. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0786. March 1971.) [2 copies]

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Preliminary Performance Specifications. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0771.)

Volume I: Preliminary Crew Cargo Module for Space Station Project.

(January 1971.)


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(March 1971.)

2

Volume II: Space Station Module for Space Station Project. (January 1971.)

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Volume III: Artificial-Gravity System for Space Station Project. (January 1971.)

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Selected Experiment Definition. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0764. January 1971.)

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Space Station Program Development Definition. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2150. March 1971.)

Volume I: Addenda Program, Project Specifications and Support and Interface Requirements.

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Volume II: Program Plan.


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Report on Selected Update Tasks for Baseline Space Station. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0783. February 1971.)

Volume I: Selected Update Tasks.

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Volume II: Thermal Control.

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Analysis of Modular Space Station Impact on KSC. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2138. March 1971.)

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Crew Cargo Module Definition. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G0787. February 1971.)

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Appendixes.

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Program Plans. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2149. March 1971.)


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Costs and Schedules Data. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2122. February 1971.)

2 -Study Extension Period.

First Performance Review [presentation graphics]. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2279. April 1971)

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Letter Progress and Status Report. (MDC/MDAC.)

First Monthly Progress Report (4 Feb 1971-4 March 1971). (15 March 1971.)

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Second Monthly Progress Report (4 March 1971-4 April 1971). (15 April 1971.)

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Fourth Monthly Progress Report (4 May 1971-4 June 1971). (15 June 1971.)

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Fifth Monthly Progress Report (4 June 1971-4 July 1971). (15 July 1971.)

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Sixth Monthly Progress Report (4 July 1971-4 August 1971). (15 August 1971.)

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Seventh Monthly Progress Report (4 August 1971-4 September 1971). (15 September 1971.)

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Eighth Monthly Progress Report (4 September 1971-4 October 1971). (15 October 1971.)

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Modular Space Station Concept. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2267. March 1971.)

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Modular Space Station with 22-Ft-Diameter Core. (MDC/MDAC. MDC G2339. May 1971.)

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Phase B Mass Property Status Report. (MDC/MDAC. MDAC G2505. August 1971.)


159 1 Space Station Program (Phase B) Definition Study [North American Rockwell contract].

Solar-Powered Space Station Preliminary Design. (NAR/SD. (MSC-00720). July 1970.)

Volume IV: Special Studies, Engineering Analysis. (SD 70-159-4.)

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Nuclear Reactor-Powered Space Station Definition and Preliminary Design. (NAR/SD. (MSC-00741). January 1971.)

Volume I: Summary. (SD 70-168-1.)

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Volume II: Operations. (SD 70-168-2.)

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Volume III: Electrical Power Subsystem. (SD 70-168-3.)

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Volume IV: Subsystems: Environmental Control and Life Support, Guidance and Control, Reaction Control, Information Management. (SD 70-168-4.)

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Volume V: Subsystems: Structure, Environmental Protection, Docking, Crew/Habitability. (SD 70-168-5.)

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Volume VI: Configuration Preliminary Design. (SD 70-168-6.)


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Volume VII: Drawings. (SD 70-168-7.)


160 4 -Options Period Study.

Space Station Mockup Brochure. (NAR/SD. SD 70-536 (MSC-02455). November 1970.) [2 copies]

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Nuclear Reactor-Powered Space Station Mass Properties. (NAR/SD. SD 70-503 (MSC-00748). November 1970.)

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Nuclear Reactor-Powered Space Station Development Definition. (NAR/SD. (MSC-00749). December 1970.)

Volume I: Program Element Specification. (SD 70-505-1.)

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Volume II: Program Element Master Plan. (SD 70-505-2.)


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Nuclear Reactor-Powered Space Station Preliminary Performance Specification. (NAR/SD. (MSC-02451). November 1970.)

Volume 1: Core Module System, Sections 6-9. (SD 70-527-1-1.)

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Volume 1: Core Module System, Appendix. (SD 70-527-1-2.)

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Volume 2: Pre-Mission Operations Support. (SD 70-527-2.)

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Volume 3: Mission Operations Support. (SD 70-527-3.)

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Options Period Executive Summary. (NAR/SD. SD 70-537 (MSC-02456). January 1971.)

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Solar-Powered Space Station Thermal Concept Formulation. (NAR/SD. SD 70-535 (MSC-02454). November 1970.)


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Radioisotope-Powered Space Station Design Sheets. (NAR/SD. (MSC-00746). November 1970.)

Volume 2: Pre-Mission Operations Support. (SD 70-512-2.)

2

Volume 3: Mission Operations Support. (SD 70-512-3.)

3

Radioisotope-Powered Space Station Definition. (NAR/SD. (MSC-00747). January 1971.

Volume I: Summary. (SD 70-502-1.)

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Volume II: Operations. (SD 70-502-2.)

5

Volume III: Subsystems. (SD 70-502-3.)


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Cargo Module Definition. (NAR/SD. SD 70-540 (MSC-00759). January 1971.)

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Cargo Module Design Sheets. (NAR/SD. SD 70-541 (MSC-02460). December 1970.)

3

Space Station Core Module Mockup Review and Evaluation. NAR/SD. SD 70-542-1 (MSC-02461). January 1971.)

4

International System of Units Conversion Assessment. (NAR/SD. SD 70-543 (MSC-02462). January 1971.)

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Space Station - A Guide for Experimenters. (NAR/SD. SD 70-534 (MSC-02453). October 1970.)

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Quarterly Progress Report. (NAR/SD.)

October Quarterly Progress Report [presentation graphics]. (SD 70-544. October 1970.)

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33 Foot Diameter Space Station, Kennedy Space Center Launch Site Support Definition. (NAR/SD. (MSC-02463). December 1970.)

Volume 1. (SD 70-545-1.)


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Volume 2. (SD 70-545-2.)

2

Shuttle-Launched Modular Space Station. (NAR/SD. (MSC-02464). January 1971.)

Volume I: Concept Definition. (SD 70-546-1.)

3

Volume II: System Development Requirements. (SD 70-546-2.)

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Volume III: 22-Foot Diameter Core Module Comparison. (SD 70-546-3.)


165 1 -Modular Space Station Program (Extension Period Study).

Extension Period Study Plan. (NAR/SD. SD 71-201 (MSC-02466). February 1971.)

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Quarterly Report. (NAR/SD. (MSC-02467).)

First Quarterly Report. (SD 71-213. 20 May 1971.)

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Second Quarterly Report. (SD 71-235. 2 September 1971.)


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Drawings. (NAR/SD. SD 71-216 (MSC-02470). January 1972.)


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Mass Properties Final Report. (NAR/SD. SD 71-219 (MSC-02472). 5 November 1971.)


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