DLR Institute of Space Systems: Status Report 2007--2016, Part I

Kurzfassung

This status report describes DLR’s Institute of Space Systems (Institut für Raumfahrtsysteme) and its work, results, and success stories since its foundation in 2007. Furthermore, its objectives and plans for the future five to ten years are outlined. This report serves as documentation for the review of the Institute in December 2016 and consists of two parts. Part I is also used to inform external partners, while Part II contains information for internal purposes. The report contains an overview of the Institute as a whole, describes results achieved with respect to both, the methods developed and contributions to the research programs, and documents the various activities performed.