Self-contained space vehicle for carrying out work, dependent on a parent space vehicle

摘要

Self-contained space vehicle for carrying out work. It consists of an oval shell 1 with an upper cupola 2. The astronaut enters through a door 10 and steers 11 nozzles and remotely manipulated arms. The cockpit 3 is at about atmospheric pressure. A main door 73 permits access to it from a parent vehicle M by virtue of a sealing system 86, a docking system 84, 85 and a locking system 100, 103. No airlock is necessary. Application to repair and inspection in space. <IMAGE>