The Shuttle-Mir Program provided NASA with opportunities, challenges, and lessons to learn, in preparation for building the International Space Station. Four goals were identified to guide the program's development and management.
Goal 1: Learn How to Work with International Partners
Goal 2: Reduce Risks of Developing and Assembling a Space Station
Goal 3: Gain Experience for NASA on Long-Duration Missions
Goal 4: Conduct life science, microgravity, and environmental research programs
Phase 1 Program Joint Report
Lessons Learned
Shuttle-Mir Illustrated History Book
Benefits of Shuttle-MirRelated Links:
Shuttle-Mir Accomplishments
Further Reading
Meanings of Mir
Curator:
Kim Dismukes
Responsible NASA Official: John Ira Petty |