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Aetheris Orbis - Erebus Alpha

Erebus Alpha – Unmanned Cargo Resupply (T+1 mo)
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Launch Date: 01 Oct 2045 Dock Date: 02 Oct 2045 Return Date: 15 Oct 2045 (completion of integration)

Mission Purpose - Provide the spare part cache and diagnostic modules required to keep the RRS and cryogenic tank at peak performance for the upcoming high mass fuel transfers.

Primary Objectives

  • Deliver mechanical spares, replacement seals, and diagnostic kits to the ISS LDDP.
  • Enable crew to replace any degraded components identified during Erebus 2 diagnostics.

Key Milestones

  • Launch (01 Oct 2045): Small sat launch (Aquila-L) carrying the spare‑part manifest.
  • Dock (02 Oct 2045): Automated docking; cargo transferred to the LDDP via ISS robotic arm.
  • Integration (02 Oct – 15 Oct 2045): EVA assisted swap outs of seals, sensor modules, and actuator brackets; health status logged and transmitted.
  • Departure (15 Oct 2045): Empty cargo vehicle de‑orbited safely.

Rationale & Impact Alpha ensures that the refueling infrastructure remains robust throughout the extended campaign, reducing the risk of single point failures during the critical full scale fuel transfer.

Erebus Program