The Space Glossary

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Below are listed some random articles of the glossary.

Dark matter

Deutsch: Dunkle Materie / Español: Materia oscura / Português: Matéria escura / Français: Matière noire / Italiano: Materia oscura

Dark Matter is a hypothetical form of matter that does not interact with electromagnetic forces, rendering it invisible to current detection methods. Its existence is inferred from gravitational effects on visible matter, radiation, and the large-scale structure of the universe, making it a cornerstone of modern astrophysics and cosmology within the space industry.

Dark energy

Deutsch: Dunkle Energie / Español: Energía oscura / Português: Energia escura / Français: Énergie noire / Italiano: Energia oscura

Dark Energy is a hypothetical form of energy that permeates all of space and exerts a negative pressure, driving the accelerated expansion of the universe. First inferred from observations of distant Type Ia supernovae in the late 1990s, it constitutes approximately 68% of the total energy density of the universe, yet its fundamental nature remains one of the most profound unsolved mysteries in modern cosmology and astrophysics.

Teleoperation

Deutsch: Teleoperation / Español: Teleoperación / Português: Teleoperação / Français: Téléopération / Italiano: Teleoperazione

Teleoperation in the Space industry refers to the remote control of Spacecraft, robotic systems, or instruments from a Distance, typically from Earth or an orbiting station. It allows operators to perform tasks and manage systems in environments that are inaccessible or hazardous for humans, such as outer space or planetary surfaces.

Communication and Coordination

Deutsch: Kommunikation und Koordination / Español: Comunicación y Coordinación / Português: Comunicação e Coordenação / Français: Communication et Coordination / Italiano: Comunicazione e Coordinamento

Communication and Coordination are essential components in the Space industry. They refer to the methods and processes used to ensure effective information exchange and organized efforts among various entities involved in space missions, including Spacecraft, Ground control, international space agencies, and other stakeholders.