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Record 1 2003-12-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orbital Stations
  • Research Experiments in Space
CONT

Cryosystem: a combined set of facilities for the optimal preparation, preservation and storage of biological samples and protein crystals at extremely low temperatures. The Cryosystem will complement in the ultra-low temperature field (-180°C) another freezer being developed by ESA for the ISS [International Space Station]: MELFI, working in the temperature range of +4 to -80°C. Thanks to its capability for ultra-rapid cooling and its relatively large cold volume, the Cryosystem will allow for a great improvement in the quality and quantity of the outcome of scientific investigations on board the ISS, mainly in the field of Life Sciences, Physiology and Biotechnology.

CONT

The CRYOSYSTEM facility is composed of the following elements : the Vial Freezer capable of storing up to 880 vials (2 ml or 5 ml), which is provided by AIR LIQUIDE[;] a transportation rack capable of accommodating up to 3 units provided by ASTRIUM.

CONT

The major elements of Cryosystem consist of the Cryogenic Storage Freezer (CSF), the Quick/Snap Freezer (QSF), three On-Orbit Preservation Assembly Rack (OPAR) and the Transportation Rack (Track). In addition, Orbital support equipment (OSE) consisting of tools and accessories as needed during on-orbit operations.

OBS

Cryosystem facility; Cryosystem: terms officially approved by the International Space Station official approval Group (ISSOAG).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Stations orbitales
  • Travaux de recherche dans l'espace
OBS

équipement Cryosystem : terme uniformisé par le Groupe de travail de la terminologie de la Station spatiale internationale (GTTSSI).

Spanish

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