Automated Transfer Vehicle

The Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) is an uncrewed spacecraft developed by the European Space Agency (ESA) to transport cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). It delivers supplies like food, equipment, and fuel, helping support astronauts living and working in space. The ATV is designed to autonomously dock with the ISS, meaning it can safely connect to the station without human intervention. Once it arrives, it can also remove waste and trash from the ISS, enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of space missions. The ATV program contributed to significant advancements in space logistics.