International Space Station
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The International Space Station (ISS) is a monumental collaborative project in space exploration, symbolizing the pinnacle of modern engineering and international cooperation. Launched in 1998, it serves as a modular space station in low Earth orbit, continuously inhabited since November 2000. The ISS is operated by a partnership of five space agencies: NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, and CSA. It provides a unique platform for scientific research in microgravity and space environment studies, covering fields like astrobiology and astronomy. The ISS's structure includes the Russian Orbital Segment and the US Orbital Segment, with modules for habitation, research, and spacecraft control. The Integrated Truss Structure supports solar arrays and radiators, providing energy and heat management. The station orbits Earth at 400 km, completing 15.5 orbits daily. It has eight docking ports for visiting spacecraft and accommodates crew members from various countries. The ISS represents a significant achievement in international collaboration, fostering peaceful space exploration and advancing scientific knowledge.
