Glossary F

Deutsch: Betankung / Español: Combustible / Português: Abastecimento / Français: Ravitaillement / Italiano: Rifornimento

Fueling in the Space industry context refers to the process of loading propellant into rockets, spacecraft, or satellites to enable thrust and manoeuvrability in space. Fueling is a crucial step for space missions, as propellant not only powers the launch vehicle to overcome Earth’s Gravity but also allows spacecraft to perform orbital adjustments, control orientation, and complete specific manoeuvres once in space. The process requires stringent safety protocols, specialised equipment, and, often, controlled environments to handle highly reactive fuels.

Deutsch: Full-Stack / Español: full-stack / Português: full-stack / Français: full-stack / Italiano: full-stack

Full-stack in the Space industry context refers to the comprehensive integration and management of all aspects of space mission development, including hardware, software, systems engineering, and operations. This term is borrowed from software development, where a full-stack developer handles both front-end and back-end development. In the space industry, a full-stack approach ensures that all components of a space mission or system work seamlessly together, from initial Design through to mission execution and data analysis.

Deutsch: Funktion / Español: Función / Português: Função / Français: Fonction / Italiano: Funzione

Function in the Space industry refers to the specific role or purpose that a Spacecraft, satellite, or any space-related system is designed to perform. The function of a space system dictates its design, components, and operational procedures, guiding everything from the mission objectives to the technological specifications and Support Infrastructure.

Deutsch: Finanzierung und Ressourcen / Español: Financiación y recursos / Português: Financiamento e recursos / Français: Financement et ressources / Italiano: Finanziamento e risorse

Funding and resources in the Space industry refers to the financial support, investments, and physical or human resources necessary for the Development, operation, and maintenance of space missions, projects, and Infrastructure. This encompasses both public and private funding, as well as various types of resources like technology, materials, and skilled personnel required to support space activities.

Deutsch: Fundraising / Español: Recaudación de fondos / Português: Arrecadação de fundos / Français: Collecte de fonds / Italiano: Raccolta fondi

Fundraising in the space industry refers to the strategic process of securing financial resources to support space exploration, research, and commercial ventures. This involves engaging with investors, governments, and private donors to fund ambitious projects that often require substantial capital. The space sector is particularly reliant on fundraising due to the high costs associated with developing and launching spacecraft, satellites, and other space technologies.

In the aerospace industry, the fuselage is the main body of an aircraft. It is the structure that houses the crew, passengers, and cargo, and it typically extends from the front of the aircraft (the nose) to the tail. The fuselage is usually the longest and most prominent part of an aircraft, and it often has a tubular or oval shape.