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Computer model of the ERA at work on the ISS
Computer model of the ERA at work on the ISS

payload mounting units that arm can not be used on the Russian part of the ISS. Download high resolution version (1098x1473, 226 KB)From an official publication at www. ... Download high resolution version (1098x1473, 226 KB)From an official publication at www. ...


The ERA project is very international. Developed for the European Space Agency (ESA) by the European space industry with Dutch Space as prime contractor and subcontractors in 8 countries, the robot arm will be launched by a Russian Proton rocket to be put to work in space by Russian cosmonauts. During the launch, ERA is attached to the Multipurpose Laboratory Module (MLM). This Russian module will also serve as home base for ERA during operations with the robot arm. The European Space Agency (ESA), established in 1975, is an inter-governmental organisation dedicated to exploration of space with currently 16 member states. ... The Proton rocket (formal designation: UR-500) is a Russian unmanned space vehicle design first launched in 1965 and still in use as of 2005. ... The Russian Federal Space Agency will modify the unlaunched backup International Space Station Functional Cargo Block (FGB-2), which is already 70-percent complete, into a Multipurpose Laboratory Module (MLM). ...

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Control of ERA

Control and data interfaces of ERA
Control and data interfaces of ERA

Cosmonauts can control the robot from both inside as well as outside the space station. Control from inside the space station (Intra Vehicular Activity-Man Machine Interface (IVA-MMI)) uses a laptop which shows a model of the ERA and its surroundings. Control from outside the space station (Extra Vehicular Activity-Man Machine Interface (EVA-MMI)) uses a specially designed interface that can be used while in a spacesuit. Download high resolution version (1134x752, 122 KB)Interfaces of the European Robotic Arm. ... Download high resolution version (1134x752, 122 KB)Interfaces of the European Robotic Arm. ...


Arm components

in-orbit replaceable units (ERUs) of ERA
in-orbit replaceable units (ERUs) of ERA
  • Two approximately 5 metres long, symmetrical arm sections made of carbon fibre ('limbs')
  • Two identical gripper mechanisms (Basic End Effectors 'BEE') also capable of transferring data, power or mechanical actuation to payloads
  • Two wrists with three joints each
  • One elbow joint
  • One central control computer within the arm ('ECC')
  • Four camera and lighting units ('CLU')

Download high resolution version (1178x830, 116 KB)Replacable units of the European Robotic Arm. ... Download high resolution version (1178x830, 116 KB)Replacable units of the European Robotic Arm. ...

Project status

  • 2005 final qualification and delivery to the customer
  • 2007 (November) planned launch to the International Space Station

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Technical data

  • Total length - 11.3 m
  • Mass - 630 kg
  • Maximum payload mass - 8000 kg
  • Maximum speed of movement - 0.2 m/s
  • Positioning accuracy - 3 mm

External Link

European Robotic Arm - ESA's description and specifications of the arm from July 2004.

The International Space Station modules and systems

Already launched: Zarya | Unity (Node 1) | Zvezda | Destiny | Quest airlock | Pirs airlock Jump to: navigation, search ISS Statistics Crew: 2 As of August 21, 2005 Perigee: 352. ... ISS elements as of 23-July-2004 (NASA) Assembly sequence of major ISS components See also International Space Station NASA Human Spaceflight - ISS Assembly Sequence webpage ESA: Building the ISS Unofficial Shuttle Launch Manifest Categories: International Space Station ... Zarya module as seen from STS-88 (NASA) Zarya (meaning sunrise), also known as the Functional Cargo Block or the FGB (the Russian Acronym), was the first module launched of the International Space Station. ... ISS Unity module (NASA) The first U.S.-built component of the International Space Station , a cylinder shaped connecting module with six passageways, or nodes, named Unity, was the primary cargo of Space Shuttle mission STS-88, launched in December 1998 as the first mission dedicated to assembly of the... Zvezda service module with a Progress docked on the right and the Zarya FGB docked on the left. ... Destiny Laboratory Module (NASA) The primary objective of STS-98, International Space Station Assembly Mission 5A, was to deliver and install the U.S. Destiny Laboratory onto the ISS. The centerpiece of research on this world-class scientific orbiting outpost, this workshop in space will support experiments and studies in... Quest Joint Airlock Module (NASA) The Quest Joint Airlock Module is designed to be the primary airlock for the International Space Station, designed to be able to host spacewalks with both the American and Russian spacesuits. ... SO1 Pirs Docking compartment / airlock (NASA) There were two planned Russian element Docking Compartments (DCs) during the assembly sequence to provide egress/ingress capability for Russian-based EVAs and additional docking ports on the International Space Station. ...


Launched periodically: Multi-Purpose Logistics Module March 10, 2001 - The Leonardo Multi Purpose Logistics Module rests in Discoverys payload bay in this view taken from the ISS by a crew member using a digital still camera during STS-102. ...


Scheduled for Shuttle: Node 2 | Columbus | Kibō | Node 3 | Centrifuge Accommodations Module | Science Power Platform | Cupola The Space Shuttle Columbia seconds after engine ignition, 1981 (NASA). ... ISS Node 2 under assembly (NASA) Node 2 is the International Space Stations utility hub, containing eight racks that provide air, electrical power, water and other systems essential to support life on the spacecraft. ... Columbus (NASA image) Columbus is a science laboratory designed to be a part of the International Space Station. ... ISS JAXA JEM module JEM Kibo module in assembly The Japanese Experiment Module (JEM) Kibō (希望, Hope) is the Japanese contribution to the International Space Station. ... When Node 3 is added to the International Space Station it will contain the most advanced life support systems ever flown in space. ... ISS Centrifuge Accommodations Module (NASA) The Centrifuge Accommodations Module (CAM) of the International Space Station provides controlled gravity for experiments and the capability to: Expose a variety of biological specimens to artifical gravity levels between 0. ... ISS Science Power Platform (NASA) The Science Power Platform (SPP) is a Russian element of the International Space Station (ISS) brought up by the Space Shuttle to provide additional power for the ISS as well as roll axis control capability for the orbital facility. ... ISS Cupola (NASA) The Cupola is a U.S. element of the International Space Station (ISS) that will provide direct viewing for robotic operations and Space Shuttle payload bay viewing, as well as a spectacular observation point of earth, for astronauts Designed by Alenia from Italy, it is approximately 2...


Scheduled for Proton: Multipurpose Laboratory Module | European Robotic Arm | Russian Research Module The Proton rocket (formal designation: UR-500) is a Russian unmanned space vehicle design first launched in 1965 and still in use as of 2005. ... The Russian Federal Space Agency will modify the unlaunched backup International Space Station Functional Cargo Block (FGB-2), which is already 70-percent complete, into a Multipurpose Laboratory Module (MLM). ... The Russian Research Module (RM) is a Russian element of the International Space Station (ISS) that provides facilities for Russian experiments and research. ...


Other subsystems: Truss | Solar Arrays | Canadarm2 ISS P1 Truss element (NASA) Z1 Truss element prepared for launch The ISS Truss forms the backbone of the International Space Station, with mountings for unpressurized logistics carriers, radiators, solar arrays, and other equipment. ... ISS Solar Arrays (NASA) Electrical power is the most critical resource for the International Space Station (ISS) because it allows the crew to live comfortably, to safely operate the station, and to perform scientific experiments. ... ISS Canadarm2 (NASA) Astronaut Leroy Chiao works with the controls of the Canadarm2 in the Destiny lab The Mobile Servicing System (MSS) is a robotic arm and associated equipment on the International Space Station that plays a key role in station assembly and maintenance: moving equipment and supplies around the...


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