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Asteroid Redirect – Enhanced Crew Systems and Extensibility

Asteroid Redirect – Enhanced Crew Systems and Extensibility. Matthew Duggan Boeing Space Exploration. September 2013. Asteroid Exploration Module.

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Asteroid Redirect – Enhanced Crew Systems and Extensibility

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  1. Asteroid Redirect – Enhanced Crew Systems and Extensibility Matthew Duggan Boeing Space Exploration September 2013

  2. Asteroid Exploration Module • Crew operations at a redirected asteroid could be significantly enhanced by providing additional systems and EVA capabilities beyond those available from Orion only missions. • Placing an Asteroid Exploration Module (AEM) at the redirected asteroid would : • Extend mission duration – Reduce EVA and consumables mass requirements on Orion • Increase capability – Supply additional EVA functions and crew volume • Reduce risk - Provide an abort location for Orion

  3. AEM Benefits • Dedicated EVA capability • Consumables and equipment storage • Enables resupply • Supplement Orion resources (power, atmosphere revitalization, etc.) • Abort location • Telecommunications relay • Commercial and international opportunities • Future missions

  4. Russian SPM-derived Module • International Participation • Robust Capabilities *SPM – Science Power Module

  5. ODS-based Module • Low Cost • EVA-dedicated Capabilities *ODS – Orbiter Docking System

  6. Node/PAF-based Module • Full Extensibility • Broad Capabilities *PAF – Payload Attach Fitting

  7. Comparison of Orion and AEM

  8. Risk Reduction for Exploration • AEM increases science return of the Asteroid Redirect Mission • AEM demonstrates many core capabilities needed for deep space missions • Electric propulsion • EVA • Deep space navigation and communications • Long duration operations beyond low earth orbit • Commercial/international interaction • Long duration radiation countermeasures and mitigation • AEM benefits Exploration as a residual asset

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