Glossary P

Deutsch: Leistung / Español: Rendimiento / Português: Desempenho / Français: Performance / Italiano: Prestazioni /

Performance in the aerospace industry refers to the ability of aircraft and spacecraft to meet the required specifications and standards for safety, reliability, and efficiency. Performance is a critical factor in the aerospace industry, as it determines the overall effectiveness and value of aerospace products.

In the aerospace context, a period refers to a measurement of time or the duration of a repeating event. The term is used in various fields of aerospace engineering, including orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, and control systems.

Deutsch: Genehmigung / Español: permiso / Português: permissão / Français: permission / Italian: permesso

Permission in the Space industry context refers to the official approval or authorization required from regulatory bodies, governments, or international organizations to conduct activities related to space exploration, satellite launches, and the use of space resources. These permissions are crucial for ensuring that space activities are conducted safely, legally, and in accordance with international treaties and agreements.

In chemistry, peroxides are a group of compounds with the structure R−O−O−R, where R is any element. The O−O group in a peroxide is called the peroxide group or peroxo group.

Perseverance is the name of a NASA's Mars rover mission that was launched in July 2020 and landed on Mars in February 2021.

Deutsch: Personal / Español: Personal / Português: Pessoal / Français: Personnel / Italiano: Personale

Personnel in the space industry refers to the workforce involved in the planning, development, execution, and support of space-related projects and missions. This includes engineers, scientists, technicians, astronauts, administrators, and other specialists who contribute to the success of space exploration and operations.

In the Space industry context, the term "Petrol" does not directly apply as it does in the automotive industry or everyday usage, where it refers to Gasoline or liquid fuel for cars. Instead, the Space industry focuses on various types of rocket fuels and propellants necessary for space missions. These include liquid, solid, and hybrid propellants, each with specific characteristics suited to different types of rockets and Spacecraft.

Deutsch: Erdöl / Español: PetróLEO / Português: Petróleo / Français: Pétrole / Italiano: Petrolio /

Petroleum, also known as crude oil, or simply oil, is a naturally occurring yellowish-black liquid mixture of mainly hydrocarbons, and is found in geological formations.

Deutsch: Phase / Español: Fase / Português: Fase / Français: Phase / Italiano: Fase

Phase in the Space industry context refers to distinct segments or stages of a space mission or project, each defined by specific activities, objectives, and milestones. These phases ensure structured planning and execution, from initial concept to final operation and potential mission conclusion.

Deutsch: Phenol / Español: fenol / Português: fenol / Français: phénol / Italiano: fenolo

The term phenol refers to a class of aromatic organic compounds widely used in industrial applications, including the space industry. As a key chemical intermediate, it plays a critical role in the synthesis of high-performance materials essential for spacecraft, satellites, and propulsion systems. Its unique properties, such as thermal stability and resistance to radiation, make it indispensable in extreme environments.

A phenomenon (Pural: phenomena) is an observable event. The term came into its modern philosophical usage through Immanuel Kant, who contrasted it with the noumenon, which cannot be directly observed.

Phobos is one of the two natural satellites of the planet Mars. It is the larger of the two and it orbits Mars at a distance of about 9,378 km (5,827 mi) from the planet's center, which is closer than any other known planetary moon in the solar system. Phobos is irregularly shaped and heavily cratered, with a diameter of about 27 x 22 x 18 km (17 x 14 x 11 mi).

Deutsch: Photodetektor / Español: Fotodetector / Português: Fotodetector / Français: Photodétecteur / Italiano: Fotodiodo

A photodetector is a device that converts light into an electrical signal, playing a crucial role in various applications within the space industry. These devices are essential for capturing and measuring light from distant stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, enabling scientists to gather valuable data for research and exploration. Photodetectors are also used in satellite communication systems, where they help in the transmission and reception of data across vast distances in space.

Deutsch: Photon / Español: Fotón / Português: Fóton / Français: Photon / Italiano: Fotone

Photon in the space industry context refers both to the fundamental particle of light and to Photon, a satellite platform developed by Rocket Lab. In physics, a photon is an elementary particle responsible for electromagnetic radiation, playing a key role in energy transfer and communication systems in space. In the space industry, Photon (Rocket Lab) is a versatile spacecraft bus designed for satellite deployment, in-orbit services, and deep-space missions.

English: Photonics / Deutsch: Photonik / Español: Fotónica / Português: Fotônica / Français: Photonique / Italiano: Fotonica /

In the realm of space exploration, Cutting-edge technologies are the driving Force behind our quest to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Photonics, the Science and technology of generating, detecting, and manipulating photons (particles of light), plays a pivotal role in the Space industry. It encompasses a wide Array of applications and innovations that have revolutionized space exploration, from advanced communication systems to high-Precision sensors. This article explores the multifaceted world of photonics in the space industry, delving into its examples, risks, application areas, historical significance, and legal considerations.

Deutsch: Photosynthese / Español: Fotosíntesis / Português: Fotossíntese / Français: Photosynthèse / Italian: Fotosintesi

Photosynthesis refers to the process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert Light Energy into chemical energy, producing Oxygen and organic compounds. In the Space industry context, photosynthesis is essential for supporting life in space habitats and sustaining long-term missions.

A physicist is a scientist who specializes in the field of physics, which encompasses the interactions of matter and energy at all length and time scales in the physical universe.

Physics is the natural science that studies matter,[a] its fundamental constituents, its motion and behavior through space and time, and the related entities of energy and force. Physics is one of the most fundamental scientific disciplines, with its main goal being to understand how the universe behaves. A scientist who specializes in the field of physics is called a physicist.

Physiology is the scientific study of functions and mechanisms in a living system.

In the Space industry context, "phytoplankton" may not directly relate to Space missions or Spacecraft Technology, but it plays a significant role in Earth observation and climate studies conducted from space. Phytoplankton are microscopic, photosynthetic organisms found in oceans and bodies of freshwater. They are crucial to the Earth's ecosystem, serving as the base of the aquatic food chain and playing a key role in the Carbon cycle by absorbing carbon dioxide during Photosynthesis.