Destiny Laboratory Module

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Research_Institute
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:STS-98
gptkbp:collaborations gptkb:NASA's_Space_Biology_Program
gptkb:International_Space_Station_National_Laboratory
Multiple space agencies
European Space Agency projects
Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency projects
gptkbp:communication gptkb:satellite
gptkbp:crew gptkb:3
gptkbp:dimensions 4.5 meters in diameter
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:2001
gptkbp:function gptkb:Scientific_research
gptkbp:future_plans Upgrades for new technologies
Continued research and development
gptkbp:historical_significance gptkb:First_U._S._laboratory_module_on_ISS
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Destiny Laboratory Module
gptkbp:launch_date 2001-12-05
gptkbp:launched gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:location Low Earth Orbit
gptkbp:maintenance Regular inspections
System upgrades
Component replacements
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:The_Boeing_Company
gptkbp:mass 14,000 kg
gptkbp:module gptkb:Kibo
gptkb:Rassvet
gptkb:Columbus
gptkbp:operational_status gptkb:2001
Active
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:International_Space_Station
gptkbp:power_output Solar panels
gptkbp:primary_source Microgravity research
gptkbp:provides_access_to Node 2 of the ISS
gptkbp:publishes Numerous peer-reviewed articles
Research findings in journals
gptkbp:research gptkb:Fluid_dynamics
Human physiology
Protein crystal growth
Combustion science
Material behavior in microgravity
gptkbp:research_areas gptkb:physicist
Materials science
Technology development
Earth and space science
gptkbp:safety_features Radiation shielding
Fire detection system
Emergency escape system
gptkbp:supply_chain gptkb:spacecraft
Commercial resupply services