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3.2.3.1.2 Back and front nodes<br />

Figure 3-7: Main cylinder (dimensions in mm)<br />

HMM<br />

Assessment Study<br />

Report: CDF-20(A)<br />

February 2004<br />

page 134 of 422<br />

These nodes are the interfaces between the main parts: PM, THM, ERC, EVA Airlock and MEV.<br />

Two solar arrays are connected to the left- and right-hand side of both nodes. The power<br />

batteries are accommodated inside the nodes, but if they leak they will not bring danger to the<br />

astronauts. The main cylinder is positioned between both nodes.<br />

The PM, the ERC and the airlock are attached to the back node (see Figure 3-8). The MEV and<br />

the cupola are attached to the front node (see Figure 3-9). The cupola allows the crew to have a<br />

2.5D view outside and monitor Extra Vehicular Activities. Also all the communication antennas<br />

and equipment is attached to the front node. There is a spare docking point at the front node. The<br />

diameter of each node is 3.5 m and the length is 5.2 m.<br />

PM Adapter<br />

EarthReturnCapsule<br />

Airlock<br />

Figure 3-8: Back Node<br />

Back Node

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