SpaceX to build spacecraft for Nasa to "bury" the ISS
The spacecraft intended to move the ISS towards the Earth's orbit around the International Space Station will be named "US Deorbit Vehicle." According to NASA, the United States and their international space partners aim to ensure "a safe and responsible transition into a near-earth orbit for the ISS once its operations have ended."
With a weight of 430,000 kilograms, the ISS is undoubtedly the largest man-made object in space. According to predictions from experts, most of the materials are expected to be destroyed during re-entry into the atmosphere. However, it is anticipated that large pieces will survive. They are expected to plunge into the Pacific Ocean at "Point Nemo" - one of the most remote areas of the world, already in use as a "cemetery" for satellites and spacecraft.
The construction of the ISS in space began in 1998. The United States, Japan, Canada, and the participating countries of the European Space Agency (ESA) plan to operate the space station until 2030. Russia, an extremely important partner in space, has so far only committed to operations until 2028.
- SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, has been announced as a partner in the deployment of the "US Deorbit Vehicle," a spacecraft aimed at moving the ISS towards Earth's orbit.
- The USA, alongside its international space partners, including NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA), has plans to retire the International Space Station (ISS) around 2030, with potential funeral ceremonies for the "Funeral" of the spacecraft likely to take place in the Pacific Ocean.
- Prior to its retirement, SpaceX's Falcon Heavy or Dragon spacecraft may be utilized to transport astronauts to and from the ISS, providing fun and engaging experiences, as Elon Musk often emphasizes the "fun" aspect of space exploration.
- The decommissioning of the ISS will be a significant event in the history of space exploration, with the USA and its partners ensuring a responsible and safe transition of the ISS from its current orbit to a near-earth one, with potential involvement from NASA and SpaceX.
- In the event of an accident or mishap during the decommissioning process, the ISS could end up in a different location than expected, such as the Pacific Ocean, which serves as a "Partner" in the disposal of obsolete spacecraft and satellites.
