Developing the orbital economy — from preparing and refurbishing satellites aboard the ISS to advancing in-space manufacturing that makes space infrastructure sustainable and self-sufficient.
Pulling satellites onboard the ISS for refurbishment, upgrades, and life extension — reducing space debris and lowering replacement costs.
Using the ISS as an operational base for servicing spacecraft in low Earth orbit — the Space Satellite Servicing Station concept.
Advancing manufacturing processes that can only be performed in microgravity — from materials science to pharmaceutical production.
Coordinating preparation and deployment of satellites and payloads using the ISS as a staging platform for orbital operations.