NASA - Reardon, Jc
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The NASA Space Transportation System (STS), commonly known as the Space Shuttle program, was a pivotal part of human space exploration. Operating from 1981 to 2011, the program completed 135 missions, advancing scientific research, satellite deployment, and international cooperation in space.The reusable shuttle system consisted of an orbiter, external fuel tank, and two solid rocket boosters. Five operational orbiters-Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour-conducted various missions. Highlights included the deployment of the Hubble Space Telescope (STS-31, 1990),…mehr

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The NASA Space Transportation System (STS), commonly known as the Space Shuttle program, was a pivotal part of human space exploration. Operating from 1981 to 2011, the program completed 135 missions, advancing scientific research, satellite deployment, and international cooperation in space.The reusable shuttle system consisted of an orbiter, external fuel tank, and two solid rocket boosters. Five operational orbiters-Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour-conducted various missions. Highlights included the deployment of the Hubble Space Telescope (STS-31, 1990), construction and servicing of the International Space Station (ISS), and numerous scientific experiments in microgravity.Tragically, the program experienced two disasters: the Challenger (STS-51-L, 1986) and Columbia (STS-107, 2003) accidents, resulting in the loss of 14 astronauts. These events led to critical safety reviews and improvements.The STS missions fostered international collaboration, notably with the ISS, and inspired global interest in space exploration. The program's conclusion in 2011 marked the transition to commercial spaceflight partnerships, laying the groundwork for modern initiatives like SpaceX and NASA's Artemis program.The Space Shuttle remains a testament to human ingenuity, symbolizing a transformative era in space exploration and the pursuit of knowledge beyond Earth.
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