space operations definition
space operations means the process of commanding and controlling payloads in space; and
space operations means all Space Shuttle and payload activities on Earth, in outer space, or in transit between Earth and outer space performed in further- ance of an agreement involving Space Shut- tle services or performed under this con- tract. ‘‘Protected Space Operations’’ ex- cludes activities on Earth which are con- ducted on return from space to develop fur- ther a payload’s product or process except when such development is for Space Shuttle- related activities necessary to implement an agreement involving Space Shuttle services or to perform this contract. It includes, but is not limited to:
(i) Research, design, development, test, manufacture, assembly, integration, oper- ation, or use of the Space Shuttle, transfer vehicles, payloads, related support equip- ment, and facilities and services;
(ii) All activities related to ground sup- port, test, training, simulation, or guidance and control equipment and related facilities or services.