2. Key Benchmarks in a LEO Economy Robert L. Curbeam Jr.
VP – Business Development
Space Systems Group
Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems

3. Cygnus Cargo Transportation Service to the ISS
Pressurized Cargo Module (PCM)
3500 kg cargo
Service Module (SM)
Propulsion
Guidance
Communications
Command & Data
Power
Thermal Control
Cygnus Provides Logistics Support To The International Space Station, Including Commercial And Science Payloads

4. Cygnus Capabilities and Payload Accommodations
Over 22,000 kg of cargo delivered to ISS to date
Internal payload accommodations
Cygnus can carry four to six powered Mid Deck Lockers (MDLs) for stowage or science experiments
Direct connection to ISS Payload Data Bus while berthed at ISS
External payload accommodations
Standard external CubeSat deployer
Payload deployments up to 500 km altitude already demonstrated
Several external locations to accommodate unpressurized payloads

5. Future Cygnus
Capability enhancements and vehicle modifications are being developed to accommodate new commercial and government payloads
Enhanced services – power, data, communications
Developing a “Cygnus Lab” platform for payloads
Extension of ISS science - increased number of MDLs
Long duration operations attached to the ISS with or without crew support
Cygnus “free-flyer” capability that could support a variety of customers
Long duration undisturbed microgravity environment
Ability to return to ISS
Specific ground target pointing
Inherently flexible design can be adapted for the Cislunar resupply mission 5

6. Cygnus Commercial Applications in LEO
Cygnus offers unique capabilities beyond the normal / routine ISS cargo services
Cygnus can provide unique environments for technology demonstration/testing and commercial payloads
Accommodate payloads deemed too hazardous to ISS. (Spacecraft Fire Safety Experiment - Saffire Mission)
Provide an autonomous platform for payloads desiring long duration, free-flyer and return to ISS
Testbed for future human-tended missions

7. Thank-You
The Cygnus Spacecraft Is Available, Versatile And Affordable To A Wide Range Of Commercial And Government Customers

8. QUESTIONS? THANK YOU