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Russia's Future Space Station: 30 Experiments Planned
27 May
Summary
- Roscosmos CEO noted 30 experiments planned for the Russian Orbital Station.
- Sixteen scientific spacecraft launches are scheduled by 2036.
- Russia approved a 51.6-degree orbital inclination for ROS.
Roscosmos CEO Dmitry Bakanov has revealed that around 30 experiments are currently planned for the forthcoming Russian Orbital Station (ROS). These experiments are being developed in coordination with numerous institutes belonging to the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS).
Bakanov stated that alongside ongoing research on the International Space Station (ISS), where 25 out of 60 experiments are conducted at RAS's request, the ROS will host an additional 30 experiments proposed by RAS institutes. Looking ahead, 16 scientific spacecraft and missions are scheduled for deployment by 2036, including significant projects like Spektr-UV and Venera-D, as part of the Federal Space Science project.
The head of Roscosmos expressed gratitude to the RAS for their vital assistance in determining the orbital inclination for the future national station. This inclination was approved in December 2025 at 51.6 degrees, aligning with the ISS orbit. Bakanov emphasized that Russian space science, despite external challenges, remains globally competitive and essential for advancements in space exploration, lunar missions, and deep space research.
The initial module of the ROS is slated for deployment in 2028, with a focus on synchronizing this launch with the conclusion of work on the ISS. The ROS is anticipated to become a crucial platform for extensive deep space exploration.
