Newton Space Station Addition Module Specification (v0.2a)
Abstract
Modules for the NEWTON space station must follow the specification set out in this document in order to ensure the successful running of the station.
Modules must be approved by a SpaceM representative before flight. Modules docked without authorisation will be removed and may not be returned in one piece.
Requirements of Additional Modules
All additional modules must follow these requirements.
The module must carry sufficient Hydrogen peroxide monopropellant to maneuver itself towards the station.
The amount of monopropellant carried must not exceed 750 units.
There must not be more than 8 monopropellant based thrusters on the module.
There must be an even number of monopropellant thrusters either side of the centre of mass.
The module - if equipped with bipropellant thrusters - must not dock with the thruster pointing towards any part of the station.
The module should have ladders installed if personnel are regularly required to perform extravehicular activities.
The module should contain at least 2 docking ports.
The docking ports should be positioned so that both can be used simultaneously.
The docking ports should be of the standard size (Clamp-O-Tron Docking Port).
If the module is expected to return, it should be equipped with sufficient drogue and standard parachutes in order to splashdown safety.
Modules should land in water on return, unless explicitly granted permission for land or barge landings.
The module should have a 2.5 metres cross section and should not span more than 3.5 metres when folded.
The module should have at least 8 fixed solar panels.
Modules should be able to store enough electrical power to persist throughout dark periods.
The module should have a backup antenna in order to be controlled when detached from the station.
The module should be well lit all over.
The module should have 2 reaction wheels equidistant from the centre of mass.
