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Spider Space Station Concept, 1977. Creator: NASA
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Spider Space Station Concept, 1977. Creator: NASA
Spider Space Station Concept, 1977. Concept drawing of a space station designed to use Space Shuttle hardware. A solar array was to be unwound from the exhausted main fuel tank. The structure could then be formed and assembled in one operation. The main engine tank would then be used as a space operations control center, a Shuttle astronaut crew habitat, and a space operations focal point for missions to the Moon and Mars
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This print showcases the Spider Space Station Concept, a visionary design created by NASA in 1977. The concept drawing depicts a space station that would utilize Space Shuttle hardware for its construction. In this innovative design, a solar array would be unwound from the main fuel tank once it had been exhausted. This unique approach allowed for the structure to be formed and assembled in one seamless operation. The main engine tank of the Spider Space Station was intended to serve multiple purposes. It would function as a space operations control center, providing astronauts with a habitat during their missions aboard the Shuttle. Additionally, it would act as a focal point for all space operations related to future Moon and Mars missions. This artist's impression captures the futuristic essence of this concept, reflecting America's ambition and dedication towards space exploration during the 1970s. As an important part of NASA's heritage, this image represents not only scientific progress but also serves as a testament to human imagination and ingenuity. With its intricate details and thought-provoking vision, this photograph invites viewers to contemplate humanity's ongoing quest for knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries. It symbolizes both past achievements and future possibilities in space travel while reminding us of America's significant contributions to these endeavors through organizations like NASA.
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