Service Module Collection

Apollo spacecraft at the Moon, artwork
Apollo spacecraft at the Moon. Artwork of the Apollo Lunar Module (LM, left, gold) and the Apollo Command/Service Module (CSM, right, grey) at the Moon, with the Earth in the background

The Apollo 15 Command and Service Modules in lunar orbit, 1971. Artist: NASA
The Apollo 15 Command and Service Modules in lunar orbit, 1971. Photographed from the Lunar Module just after rendezvous, looking southeast into the Sea of Fertility

Skylab and Earth Limb
An overhead view of the Skylab Orbital Workshop in Earth orbit as photographed from the Skylab 4 Command and Service Modules (CSM) during the final fly-around by the CSM before returning home

Apollo spacecraft thrusters
A reaction control system (RCS) thruster quad on the Apollo service module in the National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC

Illustration of command module dropping off and falling to Earth

Illustration of command module and service module turning to join onto lunar module and pull it out of rocket

Illustration of lunar module attached to command module, bottom of rocket opened

Illustration of Apollo command module and service module

Illustration of Apollo lunar module, command module and service module

A manned orbital maintenance platform docked with a manned reusable crew capsule
A manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) docked with a manned reusable crew capsule (RCC) in low Earth orbit ignites an auxiliary liquid-propellant rocket booster in order to lift it to a far

A Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft in low Earth orbit
A three-person manned Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft passes over the Black Sea at an orbital altitude of 200 miles

Orbital maintenance platform rendezvous with the James Webb Space Telescope
A manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) sidles up to NASAs James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) for repair and upgrade. The James Webb Space Telescope orbits a semi-stable Lagrange point

A manned orbital maintenance platform approaches the Chandra X-ray Observatory
A manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) approaches NASAs Chandra X-ray Observatory for repair and upgrade. Chandra is a space-based X-ray telescope that was launched in 1999

A manned Asteroid Lander descends toward the surface of an ancient asteroid
A manned Asteroid Lander descends toward the rugged and cratered surface of an ancient asteroid. Orbiting the asteroid on the upper left is a Deep Space Vehicle (DSV) and Extended Stay Module (ESM)

Orbital maintenance platform in high Earth orbit
Typical configuration for a manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) where it is docked with a free-flying crewed spacecraft

A manned orbital maintenance platform rendezvouses with Chandra X-ray Observatory
A manned orbital maintenance platform (OMP) rendezvouses with NASAs Chandra X-ray Observatory for maintenance and upgrade

Asteroid Lander departs from Deep Space Vehicle
A manned Asteroid Lander departs from a combination Deep Space Vehicle (DSV) and Extended Stay Module (ESM) as a first step toward exploring the large asteroid below

An orbital maintenance platform docks an orbiting booster in low Earth orbit
An orbital maintenance platform (OMP) docks an orbiting booster in low Earth orbit. Once connected the booster will loft the OMP to a gravitationally stable Lagrangian point about 700 thousand miles

An orbital maintenance platform fires it liquid-propellant rocket thrusters
An orbital maintenance platform (OMP) docked with a manned reusable crew capsule (RCC) in low Earth orbit fires its ten liquid-propellant rocket thrusters in order to lift it to a far higher Earth

An Orion class Crew Exploration Vehicle paired with a Soyuz TMA spacecraft
An Orion class Crew Exploration Vehicle (aka Deep Space Vehicle) is paired with a Soyuz TMA-M manned spacecraft for a joint deep space rendezvous with a satellite parked in a gravitationally stable

A reusable crew capsule prepares to dock with an orbital maintenance platform
A manned reusable crew capsule (RCC) prepares to dock with an orbital maintenance platform (OMP) in low Earth orbit

A manned Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft docked with an extended stay module
A manned Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft docked with a three-person extended stay module soars over the Moon with the aid of a Russian-made upper stage booster rocket

A manned reusable crew capsule docks with an orbital maintenance platform
A manned reusable crew capsule (RCC) docks with an orbital maintenance platform (OMP) in low Earth orbit. Once docked this mobile spacecraft system will have a total length of 70 feet

Soyuz deep space explorer docked begins to leave Earth orbit
A manned Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft docked with a three-person extended stay module begins to leave Earth orbit with the aid of a Russian-made upper stage booster rocket

An Asteroid Lander is docked to a Deep Space Vehicle
A manned Asteroid Lander is docked to a combination Deep Space Vehicle (DSV) and Extended Stay Module (ESM) on a mission to a deep space asteroid

Mobile maintenance platform in low Earth orbit
This orbital maintenance platform (OMP) is the artists conception of a possible solution for providing manned access to Earth-orbiting satellites for maintenance and repair

A Russian Soyuz spacecraft in orbit above Earth

An orbital maintenance platform approaches an orbiting booster in low Earth orbit
An orbital maintenance platform (OMP) approaches an orbiting booster in low Earth orbit. Once connected the booster will loft the OMP to a gravitationally stable Lagrangian point about 700 thousand

Reusable crew capsule in low Earth orbit
This reusable crew capsule (RCC) is the artists conception of one possible commercial solution for providing manned access to low Earth orbit

Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft (lower centre, black) connected to an extended stay module (labelled Future in Cyrillic), both with a crew capacity of three

Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft (right) connected to an extended stay module (centre, labelled Future in Cyrillic), both with a crew capacity of three

Apollo spacecraft orbiting Earth, artwork
Apollo spacecraft in Earth orbit, computer artwork. The central cylindrical section of the spacecraft is the service module, which contains liquid hydrogen and oxygen fuel tanks

Apollo spacecraft, artwork
Apollo spacecraft. Artwork of an Apollo command/service module (CSM). The central cylindrical section of the spacecraft is the service module, which contains liquid hydrogen and oxygen fuel tanks

Russian ISS module rockets, artwork
Russian ISS module rockets, cutaway artwork. Both Zvezda (the Service Module, left) and the Zarya (the Functional Cargo Block, FGB) are modules of the International Space Station (ISS)

Vostok 1 capsule separation, artwork
Vostok Capsule Separation Gagarin before landing. Like all manned Soviet spacecrafts the capsule has to separate from a service module

Vostok 1 spacecraft in orbit, artwork
Vostok 1 spacecraft in orbit. Computer artwork of the Vostok 1 capsule that carried Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968) on the first manned flight in space, in orbit around the Earth

Apollo Service Module thruster quad on display. This thruster, a type of reaction control system (RCS), was used for NASAs Apollo program of manned missions to the Moon

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The service module plays a crucial role in the success of space missions, providing essential support and power to spacecraft like the Apollo and Orion. In 1971, the Apollo 15 Command and Service Modules were captured in lunar orbit, showcasing their impressive capabilities. The intricate artwork depicts the beauty of these technological marvels against the backdrop of the Moon. One notable feature of the service module is its thrusters, which enable precise maneuvering in space. These powerful engines ensure that astronauts can navigate through various environments with ease. During vibration tests, technicians meticulously examine every component to guarantee optimal performance. This attention to detail ensures that even advanced development propellant isolation valves function flawlessly under extreme conditions. Collaboration between European Space Agency technicians and Airbus/Airbus Netherlands is vital for successful illumination tests. These assessments ensure that all systems are functioning correctly and provide valuable insights into potential improvements. Ground processing marks a significant milestone as Orion makes its way towards exploration missions. With meticulous care, technicians prepare it for its journey by buttoning up every aspect before transporting it to Multi-Payload Processing Facility. The installation of solar array wings adds another layer of functionality to these spacecraft. Each wing provides much-needed power while being carefully protected until deployment. Inside NASA's Neil Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building high bay, we catch a glimpse of Orion awaiting its momentous mission—an awe-inspiring sight symbolizing humanity's quest for knowledge beyond Earth's boundaries. For Exploration Mission-1 (EM-1), an extraordinary powerhouse awaits: The European Service Module will serve as Orion's lifeline during this groundbreaking endeavor. Its cutting-edge technology guarantees uninterrupted energy supply throughout this historic mission. As Ryan Kiechle gives a thumbs-up inside the transporter vehicle with Orion securely fastened atop it, excitement fills the air—a testament to countless hours spent preparing for this incredible journey into unknown realms. With bated breaths, we witness Orion departing from its home at NASA's Neil Armstrong Operations, ready to embark on its next adventure.