Development of Fluid Dynamics Experiments in Kibo Aboard International Space Station and Beyond
摘要
The concluding chapter of this book introduces the International Space Station (ISS) and the Japanese Experiment Module “Kibo.” It elaborates on the facilities and equipment utilized for conducting thermal capillary convection experiments on the International Space Station. The evolution of “Kibo” and its future prospects, particularly its role in technological advancements for future space exploration, are outlined. Finally, the application of surface tension-driven flows in upcoming human activities in space is explained.