NASA Orion Spacecraft Reference Guide

A comprehensive reference guide detailing the Orion spacecraft, its components, and its role in NASA's Artemis missions.


NASA Orion Spacecraft Reference Guide - cover page
Brand
NASA
Category
Other device
Document type
Other
Language
English
Pages
131
File format
PDF
File size
59.3 MB
Published
06 October, 2026
Updated
06 October, 2026
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About this manual

The Orion Reference Guide provides an overview of the Orion spacecraft, covering its major subsystems such as the Crew Module, Launch Abort System, and European Service Module. It also describes the spacecraft's integration with the Space Launch System and its purpose for Artemis I, II, and III missions.

The guide includes sections on testing facilities, mission timelines, partner programs, and resources for further information, offering a detailed look at the design, development, and future use of Orion for deep‑space exploration.

What's inside

  • Elevator Pitch
  • Introduction
  • Launch Abort System
  • Crew Module
  • European Service Module
  • Avionics
  • Heat Shield
  • Crew Systems
  • Environmental Control and Life Support Systems
  • Artemis Missions
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