Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section
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The Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section is an external platform on Japan’s Kibo laboratory of the International Space Station used to mount and operate experiments and payloads in the vacuum of space.
All labels observed (4)
| Label | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| Experiment Logistics Module – Exposed Section | 2 |
| Experiment Logistics Module - Exposed Section | 1 |
| Kibo Logistics Module | 1 |
| Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section canonical | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
This entity first appeared as the object of triple T11000243 — resolving that mention is where its identity was fixed. The disambiguator weighed these candidate entities and picked the highlighted one (or “None”, minting a new entity). This is how homonymy is resolved: the same surface form can point to different entities.
NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section Context triple: [Kibo laboratory, hasComponent, Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section]
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A.
Kibo Pressurized Module
The Kibo Pressurized Module is the main laboratory section of Japan’s Kibo experiment facility on the International Space Station, providing a controlled environment for scientific research in microgravity.
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B.
Airlock Module
The Airlock Module was a key component of NASA's Skylab space station, providing astronauts with a controlled environment for spacewalks and access to the vacuum of space.
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C.
Leonardo Permanent Multipurpose Module
The Leonardo Permanent Multipurpose Module is a repurposed Italian-built cargo module attached to the International Space Station to provide long-term storage and workspace.
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D.
Quest Joint Airlock
The Quest Joint Airlock is the primary airlock module of the International Space Station, used for conducting U.S. and partner spacewalks.
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E.
Donatello Multi-Purpose Logistics Module
Donatello Multi-Purpose Logistics Module is an Italian-built cargo module designed to transport supplies and equipment to and from the International Space Station as part of NASA’s Space Shuttle program.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section Target entity description: The Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section is an external platform on Japan’s Kibo laboratory of the International Space Station used to mount and operate experiments and payloads in the vacuum of space.
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A.
Kibo Pressurized Module
The Kibo Pressurized Module is the main laboratory section of Japan’s Kibo experiment facility on the International Space Station, providing a controlled environment for scientific research in microgravity.
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B.
Airlock Module
The Airlock Module was a key component of NASA's Skylab space station, providing astronauts with a controlled environment for spacewalks and access to the vacuum of space.
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C.
Leonardo Permanent Multipurpose Module
The Leonardo Permanent Multipurpose Module is a repurposed Italian-built cargo module attached to the International Space Station to provide long-term storage and workspace.
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D.
Quest Joint Airlock
The Quest Joint Airlock is the primary airlock module of the International Space Station, used for conducting U.S. and partner spacewalks.
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E.
Donatello Multi-Purpose Logistics Module
Donatello Multi-Purpose Logistics Module is an Italian-built cargo module designed to transport supplies and equipment to and from the International Space Station as part of NASA’s Space Shuttle program.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (48)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
International Space Station component
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external experiment platform ⓘ |
| accessMethod |
remote operation from ground
ⓘ
robotic handling from inside Kibo ⓘ |
| agencyProgram |
International Space Station program
ⓘ
Japanese Experiment Module program ⓘ |
| alsoKnownAs | Kibo Exposed Facility ⓘ |
| connectedTo | Kibo Pressurized Module ⓘ |
| countryOfOperator | Japan ⓘ |
| designedFor |
frequent payload changeout
ⓘ
long-duration external experiments ⓘ |
| environment |
exposed to space vacuum
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microgravity ⓘ |
| exposure |
direct exposure to atomic oxygen
ⓘ
direct exposure to space radiation ⓘ direct exposure to thermal cycling ⓘ |
| hasComponent |
data interfaces
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payload attachment mechanisms ⓘ power interfaces ⓘ thermal control interfaces ⓘ |
| hostVehicle | International Space Station Japanese Experiment Module ⓘ |
| integration | integrated with ISS power and data systems ⓘ |
| locatedInOrbitOf | Earth ⓘ |
| locatedOn | exterior of Kibo Pressurized Module ⓘ |
| locationRole | external platform of Kibo Logistics Module ⓘ |
| maintenance |
payloads replaced via visiting cargo vehicles
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serviced by robotic operations ⓘ |
| missionProfile | continuous on-orbit operation ⓘ |
| mountingType | external payload facility ⓘ |
| operator | Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency ⓘ |
| orientation | mounted on the outboard side of Kibo ⓘ |
| partOf |
International Space Station
ⓘ
Japanese Experiment Module ⓘ Kibo laboratory ⓘ |
| platformType | unpressurized facility ⓘ |
| purpose |
to mount experiments in the vacuum of space
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to operate external payloads ⓘ |
| regionOfISS |
U.S. Orbital Segment
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linked to:
ISS US Orbital Segment
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| scienceDiscipline |
Earth science
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materials science ⓘ space environment science ⓘ technology development ⓘ |
| supports |
Earth observation payloads
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space environment experiments ⓘ technology demonstration payloads ⓘ unpressurized experiments ⓘ |
| usedWith |
International Space Station robotic systems
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linked to:
Canadarm family of space robots
Kibo robotic arm ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section Description of subject: The Kibo Logistics Module - Exposed Section is an external platform on Japan’s Kibo laboratory of the International Space Station used to mount and operate experiments and payloads in the vacuum of space.
Referenced by (5)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.
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