The Space Glossary

This website is about everything about space ! You can find here

• our glossary
• a directory of companies in the space industry
• a forum to discuss everything regarding space and astrophysics
• a calendar with lauches, exhibitions and other events
• a job market, where you can publish your CV or free job positions

Below are listed some random articles of the glossary.

Composite Material Layup

Deutsch: Zusammengesetztes Materialaufbau / Español: Colocación de Material Compuesto / Português: Disposição de Material Composto / Français: Disposition de Matériau Composite / Italiano: Posizionamento di Materiale Composito

Composite material layup is a crucial process in the Space industry involving the arrangement and Assembly of composite materials to create strong, Lightweight structures for spacecraft and related technologies.

Transliteration

Deutsch: Transliteration / Español: Transliteración / Português: Transliteração / Français: Translittération / Italiano: Traslitterazione

Transliteration in the space industry context refers to the systematic conversion of text from one writing system (script) to another, typically to facilitate communication, standardisation, and data exchange across different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Unlike translation, which conveys meaning, transliteration aims to represent the sounds or letters of the original word as accurately as possible in a different script, often without regard for the word's meaning. This is particularly crucial in an international field like space exploration, where collaboration involves numerous countries with diverse languages and scripts.

Acoustic noise reduction

Deutsch: Akustische Lärmminderung / Español: Reducción de ruido acústico / Português: Redução de ruído acústico / Français: Réduction du bruit acoustique / Italiano: Riduzione del rumore acustico

Acoustic noise reduction refers to the methods and technologies used to minimize unwanted sound, particularly in environments where noise can affect the Performance of equipment or the well-being of personnel. In the Space industry, this involves reducing noise in spacecraft, Launch vehicles, and ground facilities to protect sensitive instruments and ensure the safety and comfort of astronauts and engineers.

Light absorption

Deutsch: Lichtabsorption / Español: Absorción de luz / Português: Absorção de luz / Français: Absorption de la lumière / Italiano: Assorbimento della luce

Light absorption in the Space industry context refers to the process by which materials or systems onboard spacecraft absorb electromagnetic radiation, particularly visible light and other spectra. This concept is crucial for various applications, including solar Energy capture, thermal management, protection against harmful radiation, and optical communication. Effective light absorption techniques and materials can enhance the efficiency and safety of space missions by managing the energy and heat from solar radiation, improving communication systems, and protecting sensitive equipment and crew from the intense light and radiation encountered in space.