Research Accomplishments aboard Human Space Complexes History Current Status Prospects Soloviev Vladimir Alexeyevich – First Deputy of General Designer at S.P. Korolev Rocket and Space Corporation Energia, the Roscosmos’s STAC Chair Scientific Conference at Institute of Space Research of the RAS, April 2015 S.P. Korolev Rocket and Space Corporation Energia is a leading organization of Russia on human space programs D.I. Kozlov M.K. Yangel’ G.N. Babakin M.F. Reshetnyov S.P. Korolev attached special importance to the human space exploration program, invariably focusing on its complexity and high responsibility of spacecraft developers 2 Role of Scientific Research … One of the most important tasks is implementation of a human flight in space having research goals. We can use instruments and equipment aboard robotic stations with a highest level of perfection, but, nevertheless, nothing can’t substitute a mind of an inquisitive researcher … S.P. Korolev 3 Chronology of human spaceflight (USSR, Russia) 1 stage Accumulation of knowledge about space environment, development of human space flight engineering 2 stage Conduct of research in various scientific areas, creation of space vehicle utilization directions and further improvement of human space flight engineering 3 stage Execution of scientific research, transition to practical utilization of the near-Earth space Beginning of a permanent habitation phase of the International Space Station flight 02.11.2000 4 Manned stations in the near-Earth orbit Salyut-1 0,5 year Skylab (USA) 6 years 0,6 year Salyut-3 («Almaz») Salyut-4 2 years 1,3 years 5 years Salyut-5 («Almaz») Salyut-6 9 years Salyut-7 15 years Mir 16 years ISS 3 years Tiangon-1 (China) Effectiveness of scientific research on space stations directly depends on composition of 5 on-board research facilities and duration of their operation Comparison of human space stations from the standpoint of research equipment availability 60 55 Research equipment mass, t 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Skylab Salyut Salyut-4 Salyut-3 Salyut-6 Salyut-5 Mir Salyut-7 ISS (2014) Space stations The ISS is a indisputable leader as for the research instruments and facilities accommodation 6 The International Space Station at present The station mass is more than 375 tons The assembly start on 20.11.1998 Planned operation until 2024 7 Unique capabilities of the ISS allow to scientists of over the world to use it: For investigation of prolonged weightlessness impact to a human organism with the aim of the obtained knowledge application to both the future space exploration and the Earth’s medicine and human health promotion As a unique laboratory in space, where study of fundamental physical, chemical and biological processes in conditions of vacuum and absence of gravity is possible As a test-bench for in-flight testing and fine-tuning of new instruments and methods for observation of Earth and space For getting samples of products in orbit, as well as for utilization of knowledge accumulated at space research in unique environment with the aim of the Earth’s technologies improvement 8 Crew member’s role in space programs implementation Basic advantages of human spaceflight over robotic spacecraft utilization: Human acts much more effective than automatic machinery in off-nominal situations and in hardly predictable conditions of spaceflight Owing to crewmembers’ activity the assembly, repair, and maintenance of a unique scientific and service equipment are ensured in flight Human in space plays the role of a researcher and a test pilot, who provides flexibility of research methods application, execution of research in an interactive mode Possibility of experimental methods and procedures improvement and specification, as well as involvement of additional resources and means into the research process directly during spaceflight is provided 9 Crew member’s role in space programs implementation Some examples of crewmembers’ function uniqueness aboard human space complexes Mir ISS Aboard Mir orbiting complex 5 research facilities of Priroda hardware complex were repaired, aboard the ISS RS – the Laser communication system, instruments for crew Earth observation, etc.; during the Space Shuttle program – repair and maintenance of Hubble Space Telescope in the course of 4 human space missions 10 Current status of research on the ISS (areas and space agencies) March 2015 – September 2015 ISS-43/44 Space biology and biotechnology Earth and space research 100% 90% 80% 70% Space education 60% 50% Human in space Physical and chemical processes and materials in space conditions 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% Technology development and demonstrations CSA 5 ESA 26 JAXA 49 NASA 192 Roscosmos 72 Each space agency-partner establishes its own priorities of scientific research aboard the ISS In 2015 after start of the year-long flight a number of investigations in the «Human in space» area is increased 11 Corr.-Member of RAS V.A. Solovyov is the STAC Chairperson Section 1. Space biology and physiology Section 2. Space materials science Section 3. Study of Earth from Space Academician Grigoriev А.I. Corr.-mem. RAS Koval’chuk М.V. Dr. Sc. Lupyan Е.А. Section 4. Solar system Section 5. Extra-atmospheric astronomy Section 6. Cosmic rays physics Corr.-mem. RAS Petrukovich А.А. Section 7. Technology development Academician Mikrin Е.А. Section 10. Space education Corr.-mem.RAS Alifanov О.М. Corr.-mem. RAS Shustov B.М. Dr. Sc. Panasyuk М.I. Section 8. Prospective technologies of space exploration Section 9. Space power systems and propulsion systems Cand. Sc. Danilyuk А.Yu. Academician Koroteev А.S. Commission of experts on utilization of space activity results Cand. Sc. Bezborodov V.G. Working Group on Commercial projects and experiments (with participation of Skolkovo foundation) The STAC of Roscosmos defines priorities in Russian research program on the ISS 12 Areas of research in Russian Long-term scientific and applied research program on the ISS RS Space biology and biotechnology 32 SE 47 SE Human in space Technology development and demonstrations 24 SE 14 SE Space education Earth and space research 42 SE 73 SE 23 SE Physical and chemical processes and materials in space conditions Completed experiments 255 space experiments in total, among them 182 SE are on the stage of preparation or implementation onboard, 73 SE were completed (as of March 2015) 13 International cooperation on the ISS RS within 2000-2015 Experiments implemented within the framework of international cooperation & commercial 216 Germany (ESA) 37 36 USA 31 28 Italy (ESA) 28 28 Netherlands (ESA) 26 26 20 20 18 18 15 15 12 12 Brazil (BSA) 8 8 Malaysia (ANGKASA) 8 8 8 8 5 5 Kazakhstan 3 3 Australia 1 1 Canada 1 1 357 289 Spain (ESA) Belgium (ESA) Korea, Republic of France (ESA) Japan (JAXA) SAR Experiments in total Besides Russian experiments a lot of investigations within the framework of international cooperation are implemented aboard the ISS RS Completed experiments 221 14 Technology development (the most priority area of research on the ISS RS taking in view a number of experiments) Academician S.P. Korolev heritage S.P. Korolev …The development of a heavy orbital station is a necessary stage for longduration flights in space that allow training humans in space and testing hardware in easily accessible low earth orbit. It is an important methodological and indispensable step in space exploration… 16 Technology development directions New technologies for development of spacecraft, onboard systems, and equipment Fine-tuning of onboard systems and equipment Study of new materials resistance Testing of new control methods Development of robot systems Ensuring of reliability, reduction of risk at spaceflight and at scientific research execution Study of a dynamic behavior and levels of structural loading The station’s external atmosphere control The station’s internal atmosphere control Study of micrometeorite and technogenic environment in orbit Study of physical conditions aboard the station 17 Countermeasures at off-nominal situations In-flight testing, during technology development experiments, of new methods and instruments for the station’s reliability and safety increasing 18 Flight from «Mir» station to «Salyut-7» station 1986 It is necessary to make more active and continue development and finetuning of technologies for the spacecraft maintenance 19 Extravehicular activity On 18 March 2015 – 50th Anniversary of the first spacewalk А.А. Leonov Aboard the ISS 150 EVAs of cosmonauts and astronauts were implemented in order to its onboard systems maintenance and execution of scientific and applied research program 20 Space stations deorbiting USSR «Salyut-1,-4,-6» more than 25 т 1971 … 1982 controlled deorbiting USA 1979 Uncontrolled deorbiting (Australia) 1991 Controlled deorbiting (Chile) «Skylab» more than 80 т USSR «Salyut-7» with «Cosmos-1686» more than 40 т 21 Controlled deorbiting of “Mir” space station Orbit altitude: • working • before deorbiting • beginning of destruction Area of fragments falling down - 320...420 km 220 km 110 km 200Х3000 km (rated – up to 6000 km) For the first time in the world practice of spaceflight on 23 March 2001 a very complicated engineering operation for evacuation from the orbit of a space object with mass more than 130 т to the specified water area in 22 Pacific ocean has been implemented IN-FLIGHT TESTING AND FINE-TUNING OF TECHNOLOGIES AND ELEMENTS FOR THE FUTURE SPACE MISSIONS ABOARD THE ISS Manned spacecraft of a new generation МЛМ Node Module Scientific-Power Module Transformable (inflatable) Module Solar-powered tug equipped with an electrojet propulsion facility 100 kW Free-flying Module ОКА-Т-ISS Modules of a planetary base Solar-powered tugs of a megawatt class Orbital base (after completion of the ISS program) Serviceable space platforms and space vehicles The ISS is used as a test bench for fine-tuning of new standard technical solutions for the benefit of new generation of Russian human space complexes development 23 Technology development for space exploration 59 space experiments in total (12 were completed) Methodology of the orbiting complex inertia tensor assessment with use of telemetry information was developed and implemented. This has allowed to reduce significantly fuel consumption for keeping the ISS attitude. As a result of a deviation vector periodical correction the attitude control accuracy with use of magnetometers was increased up to 1,5-2° (Experiments «Tensor», «Sreda-МКS (Environment-ISS)», and others) Dynamic parameters for different configurations of the station’s modules were identified, and data about a level and nature of dynamic disturbances propagation that generated by standard sources of external actions in different modes were obtained (Experiments «Identification», «Izgib (Bend)», and others) The software to control a robot-manipulator via Internet with use of automated ground-based workstations was developed and tested (Experiment «Contour») Fine-tuning of methodology and instruments to detect signs of air outflow from the ISS modules is carried out (Experiments «Otklik (Response)», «Proboy (Puncture)») In-flight testing and fine-tuning of basic technological and design solutions associated with Intersatellite Laser Communication System development were executed; study of a possibility to establish a laser communication line «the ISS RS – terrestrial communication station» and of its utilization features at different atmosphere conditions was carried out (Experiment «SLS») 24 Physical and chemical processes and materials in space conditions 24 experiments in total (1 was completed) Methods of a high-temperature synthesis to develop new high-porous high-melting heat-insulating materials for space technology (as an example, for construction of the future planetary outposts) were developed (Experiment «SVS») In microgravity conditions crystals of 19 proteins (in complexes) were obtained. X-ray diffraction analysis results were gotten for 17 proteins and their complexes. X-rat diffraction analysis was performed for protein crystals obtained in microgravity conditions, and also on Earth during a synchronous crystallization experiment. Three-dimensional structures of some proteins were obtained and studied (Experiment «Kristallizator (Crystallizer)») A cycle of investigations of plasma crystals and liquids properties (structure, waves, vortexes, phase transitions) was executed. New fundamental knowledge on dust plasma physics were obtained with potential possibility of their application in the area of nanotechnology (purification, precipitation, separation), production of new materials and coatings, thermonuclear synthesis (dust particles removing from the reaction zone), development of new generation of lasers (actuating medium consisting of radioactive particles aerosol) and others (Experiment «Plasma crystal») 25 Earth and space research 57 experiments in total (15 were completed) Data on global content of О3, О2, Н2О and their altitudinal distribution in the atmosphere were specified. Information on emissions in upper atmosphere of the Earth in UV band was accumulated (both in wide and narrow bands) with the aim of systematic study of atomic oxygen distribution in altitudes of 70-150 km, and taking into account influence of outer space geophysical factors (Experiments «Rusalka», «Relaxation», others) Correlation analysis of spatial and temporal characteristics of particles’ detected bursts and data about seismic events was performed. It showed that ~15% particles’ bursts can have a seismic nature (Experiment «Vsplesk (Burst)», others) New knowledge about nature of electrical discharges in the Earth upper atmosphere that important to develop a kinetic theory of runaway electrons breakdown were obtained. Atmospherics − electrical signals generated by lighntings-produced radio waves was studied (Experiments «Obstanovka (Environment)», «Microsputnik», others) Neutron radiation distribution maps in the ISS orbit were constructed with a spatial resolution 5 х 5 deg in latitude and longitude (Experiment «BTN-Neutron») Different methods of the Earth remote sensing were tested and finetuned (Experiments «Uragan (Hurricane)», «SVCh-Radiometry», «Napor-miniRSA, others) 26 Human in space 46 experiments in total (22 were completed) New knowledge about functioning of human cardio-respiratory system in space was obtained to detect prenosological and premorbid states (Experiments «CardioОDNT», «Pulse», «Dykhaniye (Breathing)», «Cardiovector», others) For the first time in weightlessness conditions impedometric investigations were executed and possibility of automatic change of main liquid volumes in a cosmonaut’s organism in real time was confirmed (Experiments «Sprut-МBI», «MORSE», others) Investigation of ionizing particles streams distribution and a radiation dose that depend on a depth of particles penetration into a human’s body in spaceflight conditions was executed (Experiment «Matryoshka-R») Experimental data in order to specify mechanisms of sensomotor coordination in weightlessness and to support of a cosmonaut’s musculoskeletal system were accumulated (Experiments «Motocard», «Virtual») Assessments on reliability of a cosmonaut’s professional activity and analysis of a crew interpersonal interaction in conditions of a long-term spaceflight were performed (Experiments «Pilot», «Vzaimodeystviye (Interaction)») Immuno-microbiological investigations were carried out, which allowed to estimate for the first time a quantitative composition of a human’s microflora and to determine of a procedure and accessories to control microecological and infectious status of cosmonauts (Experiments «Immuno», «Khromatomass-spectrum М», others) Metabolic and hematologic investigations were executed to study an influence of a spaceflight conditions and factors on different systems of a human organism down to cellular level (Experiments «SPLANKH», «Biosignal», others) 27 Space biology and biotechnology 51 experiment in total (19 were completed) Scientific discovery was made − it was shown that living creatures being on evolutionary separated cryptobiological and resting stages (bacteria, fungi, plants, and animals) can avoid destructive influence of an outer space even after exposure in these harsh conditions within 2 years and 7 months (Experiment «Biorisk»). In the samples of dust collected on the ISS RS external surface viable microorganisms of terrestrial (tropospheric) origin were discovered – a new border of the Earth’s biosphere was discovered and established (Experiment «Test») It was demonstrated that plants can for a long time (comparable to duration of Martian expedition) be planted in spaceflight conditions without loss of reproductive functions and to form viable seeds (Experiment «Rasteniya (Plants)») Were separated in space and studied new highly active strains of mycorrhizal fungiproducers of a growth hormone preparation, bacteria-producers of a preparation for oil and its products biodegradation, and also producers of plant protectants (Experiment «Bioecology») Growing of high quality crystals of a number of proteins was implemented to design a new generation of antimicrobial medical products and components of vaccines, in particular, to support treatment for yersinieouse and AIDS (Experiments «Vaktsina-К», «Structure», «BIF», others) Aboard the space station microorganisms of three groups were discovered: filamentous (musty) and yeasty fungi and bacteria, which serve a reason of biodegradation and biodestruction of space vehicles materials; kinetics of their growth at the early stage was also studied (Experiment «Biodegradation», others) Bacteriophages with modified biological and physical-chemical characteristics produced in space will be used for medical and diagnostic purposes, and also for genetic studies (Experiment «Bacteriofag», others) 28 Space education 18 experiments in total (4 were completed) Scientific-educational demonstration of physical lows operation in space, and getting structural elements of a predetermined shape made in microgravity conditions with use of polymeric composite materials, in particular, with a shape memory effect, was implemented (Experiments «Physics-Education», «Chemistry-Education», «МАТI-75») Methods of small satellites production with use of an «Orlan-М» spacesuit that reached the end of its service life (and other structures and accessories), intended to solve different ISS utilization tasks including educational experiments, were tested in orbit (Experiment «Radioskaf») Study of disperse media properties, such as dust Coulomb crystals and Coulomb liquids that generated by charged microparticles in a magnetic trap in microgravity conditions, was carried out (Experiment «Coulomb crystal») Methods of digital information (photos) downlinking with use of a radio amateur system were tested and fine-tuned on the ISS. Procedures of Earth observation experiments planning and coordination with use of generally accessible communication channels in the interests of educational and commercial projects implementation were developed. (Experiment «МАI-75») 29 The ISS utilization The ISS Program Science Forum activities results The 2nd edition of the “Benefits of Humanity” collected articles (about the most significant results of partners’ investigations on the ISS, and practical benefits for the humanity that these investigations can provide) is preparing now In 2009-2013 a number of editions has been published, in which an active advocacy of the ISS Program is demonstrated, some background materials about the station, on-board research facilities, and about results of investigations are presented Special Partners’ Internet resources dedicated to the ISS utilization were provided 30 Prospects of the ISS RS development and scientific & applied research programs implementation Completion of manufacturing and integration of the MLM «Science» Development of new modules: NM, SPM, and «ОКА-Т» free-flyer The ISS Russian segment Functional Cargo Block USOS Mini Research Module 2 Flight direction Service Module Mini Research Module 1 Multipurpose Laboratory Module • VOLUME ALLOCATED FOR PAYLOADS - 8 m3 • POWER ALLOCATED FOR PAYLOADS - up to 2.5 kW • MULTIPURPOSE WORKSTATIONS (MW): OUTSIDE – 13 INSIDE – 21 32 Assembly and maintenance of different-purpose space vehicles Experiments aboard «Progress» cargo transportation vehicle, launching of microsatellites ОКА-Т free-lying module maintenance Implementation of a comprehensive program of basic and allied scientific research in conditions of microgravity and ultradeep vacuum in the areas of space materials science, biology, medicine, and biotechnology Fine-tuning of base technological processes for semiconductors, epitaxy heterostructures, and different alloys production «Chibis-М» microsatellite 33 «Progress» spacecraft utilization history «Model-2» «Znamya-2» «Inspector» Use of «Progress» cargo space vehicles as special-purpose modules for execution of comprehensive experiments 34 «Chibis» microsatellite to study previously unknown physical electric discharge phenomena in upper atmosphere 1) Mass 40 kg, including mass of scientific instruments – 12.5 kg 2) Downlinking system capacity – 1.2 Мb/s The microsatellite has been launched in orbit H=500 km automatically with use of «Progress-М» cargo space vehicle 35 MS with dimension up to 6U MS with dimension up to 6U Development of the infrastructure for launching of MS with use of «Progress МS» spacecraft is underway 36 “ОКА-Т” free-flying research and manufacturing spacecraft Orbital service life 7 years Autonomous flight duration within a cycle up to 180 days Duration of the spacecraft service cycle while docked at an orbiting station no less than 7 days Number of cycles of an autonomous flight up to 4 per year Payload compartment volume 20 m3 Payload mass up to 2000 kg Microgravity level to be provided better than 10-6g Flight duration in the mode of a minimum microgravity-level maintenance up to 20 days Average daily power supply allocated for the payload complex up to 5 kW The OKA-T spacecraft is intended for carrying out scientific research in orbit with the use of the ISS free-flyer advantages 37 Deployment of the ISS RS 2nd-stage-modules NM 2018 SPM1 2019 НЭМ2 2017 Technological basis for the future orbital infrastructure 38 New goals of cosmonautics «To set a foot on the soil of asteroids, to lift by a hand a stone from the Moon, to arrange moving stations in ethereal space, to form living rings around Earth, the Moon, the Sun; to observe Mars at distance of several dozens kilometers, to land on its satellites or even on its surface…» - К.E. Tsiolkovsky Study of outer space by rocket devices. – «Messenger of aeronautics», 1912, № 9, p. 11. The Solar system exploration is the main goal for XXI century generations in space 39 39 Thank you for your attention! Additional charts 41 The international cooperation program development logic ISS RS of the second stage (MLM, NM, SPM) Station of a new generation in the near-Earth orbit constructed on the basis of the ISS RS (second stage): • Formation of the international program • Russian leadership in the program Technology development and construction of a basis for implementation, using international cooperation, of a deep space exploration program 42 Manned Space Complexes Utilization Scientific Programs Educational and Outreach Projects Fundamental Scientific Research Applied Research - Lessons from space - Greetings - Competitions - Experiments New kowledge Innovations Space Education Hi-tech and Advertising Services - Short-term flights - Satellite linkups - Production advertising Investments 43 Strategic (universal) goals of cosmonautics Improvement life on the Earth Expansion of the Earth’s life borders Search of extraterrestrial life 44 Types of results obtained at implementation of research programs on the ISS New knowledge Discoveries, papers, patents Methods of telemedicine и spot tests execution Research methods and instruments Portable, ergonomic equipment with a high degree of automation Materials and bioobjects, produced (grown) in space Goal-oriented information Improvement of Earth-based technologies Getting products from semiconductors (growing crystals, films, cultures, strains) (microchips, nanostructures, cells) More precise maps, photo-, videoimages Forms of the results utilization on Earth (directly or using technology transfer) To increase the return from space exploration a system of the results transformation into innovations is required 45 The main priority achievements of cosmonautics in the USSR and Russia aboard space stations «Salyut» and «Mir» • The foundations for classic multi-modular approach to development of long-term human orbiting complexes of the future were laid • The foundations of long-duration spaceflight to explore Solar system planets were laid • The experience of a large-scale international cooperation was acquired • The crucial contribution to the International Space Station development was ensured; • Unique scientific results were obtained 46 Leading research organizations on space experiments (as of March 2015) ОАО «НПК «СПП» ОАО «РКК «Энергия» ОАО «РКС» ИЦ им. М.В Келдыша НИИСК (ЦЭНКИ) ФГБУ «НИИ ЦПК» ФГУП «ЦНИИмаш» 1 (1) 34 (8) 2 (0) 3 (1) 1 (0) 3 (2) 20 (4) Space industry 7 organizations 64 experiments (16 experiments completed) 26,0 % SE ОАО «Биопрепарат» ОАО «Биохиммаш» ЗАО «Технологии ГЕОСКАН» ГУ «ИГКЭ» ГУ «ИПГ» Консорциум «Космическая регата» МНТЦ ПНКО НИИТ и ИО МЗ РФ ФГУП «ВНИИРО» ФГУП «ВНИИОФИ» ФГУП «ГосНИИБП» ФГУП «Госцентр «Природа» ФНКЦ ФМБА АНО «НТИЦ «ТЕХКОМ» ФГУП "РНИИРС" Russian Academy of Sciences 19 organizations 107 experiments (33 experiments completed) 41,3 % SE 24 (12) 7 (4) 1 1 5 (1) 1 1 1 1 (1) 1 1 1 4 1 1 Other agencies 16 organizations 51 experiments (18 experiments completed) Ministry of Education and Science 15 organizationsй 32 experiments (6 experiments completed) 57 research organizations 255 experiments ГАО ГНЦ РФ-ИМБП ИКИ ИЗМИРАН ИПМех ИК ИМСС УрО ИО ИПМ ИРЭ ИСМ ИТЭБ ИФП СО ИФТТ НИЦ КМ ИК ОИВТ ФИАН ФИРЭ ФТИ 1 60 (22) 13 (2) 7 (3) 3 1 2 1 (1) 2 1 1 (1) 1 1 1 2 3 2 4 (1) 1 (1) ГАИШ МГУ МАИ МАМИ МАТИ МГУ МГУЛ МГТУ НИИ ПМЭ МАИ НИЯУ МИФИ НИИЯФ МГУ Пермский ГУ РХТУ СПбГУ ЦНИИ РТК Удмуртский ГУ 1 5 (1) 1 2 (1) 4 (1) 1 2 1 3 (1) 3 (1) 1 1 1 3 (1) 47 3 Location of workstations for payloads accommodation in the MLM pressurized compartment A number of the multipurpose workstations internal (MW-V) – 21 (including 7 workstations for payloads storage) Port side (plane IV) Starboard (plane II) MW-V23-15 (multizone electricvacuum furnace) MW-V12-13 («Glovebox-С» equipment) III pl. MW-V13-9 (container with a roll-out shelf) MW-V12-22,23,24,25 (volume behind of the interior panels for payloads storage) MW-V34-4 (shelvesmodules “wide”) MW-V43-1 MW-V44-3 (window with a bracket) MW-V1210,11,12 (shelvesmodules “narrow”) I pl. PCC-2 PCC-1 PCC-3 PA MW-V34-5 (TBU-V Incubators) PCC-2 PCC-1 MW-V14-17,18 (elastic fixtures on the interior panels) MW-V12-19,20,21 (volume behind of the interior panels for payloads storage) PCC-3 MW-V31-8 (automatic rotating vibroprotective platform «Flyuger») PA УРМ-В32-6 (TBU-N Incubator) 48