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Product Description LEARN ABOUT OUR NEW SPACE STATION FROM THE TEXTBOOKS USED BY THE ASTRONAUTS! These astronaut and flight controller training manuals, produced by the Mission Operations Directorate (Space Flight Training Division branch) at NASA's Johnson Space Center, represent a major part of the formal flight crew training process. The manuals and workbooks are extremely detailed and comprehensive, and are designed for self-study. Each is heavily illustrated with vivid line drawings, engineering schematics, and other charts and figures. A full listing of all acronyms and abbreviations used in the text is included. Most include self-test questions and answers. They provide a superb way to learn about Station systems, hardware, and operational procedures. Special emphasis on crew interaction with the displays, controls, and hardware is included. This up-to-date training manual covers three major areas: Payload Operations, Structures and Mechanisms, and Lighting Systems. It contains 116 excellent illustrations, figures, tables and charts. PAYLOAD OPERATIONS: This manual provides an overview of the Payload Operations and Interfaces concept for the International Space Station (ISS). The material presented focuses on critical elements of real-time ISS payload operations, including ground operations, interfaces between U.S. and International Partner (IP) payload operations centers, ground support interaction, and payload logistics. ISS standard payload hardware and payload-related support systems are also discussed. The manual was developed for individuals possessing an understanding of the basic principles of manned space flight operations. STRUCTURES AND MECHANISMS: Most flights during International Space Station (ISS) assembly involve the process of incorporating an additional structure, operating a mechanism, or both. Structures protect the crew from the environment of space. Structures transfer loads and provide support for the various