Rendezvous and Docking Technology

Rendezvous and docking technology involves spacecraft maneuvering to meet and connect with other objects in space, such as space stations or satellites. It requires precise navigation, control, and communication systems to approach safely, align correctly, and securely attach without collision. This technology is crucial for crew transfer, resupply missions, and assembling large structures in orbit. Using radar, cameras, and thrusters, spacecraft perform incremental movements to ensure accuracy. Once docked, the connection allows for transfer of crew, supplies, or data, enabling sustained human presence and space exploration efforts effectively and safely.