External Platform

Space’s premier research platform is going to the Universe’s front porch! Step outside with us…

NanoRacks’ External Platform Program provides a commercial gateway to the extreme environment of space. It is an ideal location for earth and deep space observation, sensor development and testing for advanced electronics and materials.

Expose your research to space: From small CubeSat form factor to full payload volume with frequent flight opportunities via Dragon, Cygnus, HTV, ATV, Progress and Soyuz.

International Space Station Kibo module arm

Your Payloads Exposed to the extremes of space

With a 14 month turnaround and turnkey pricing you can now easily launch your small payload from the International Space Station.

delivery to station
low cost launches
CubeSat form factor

Earth and space observation
frequent flight opportunities
educational ISS research

NanoRacks offers complete in-house capabilities for payload integration, payload design and development and interfacing with NASA and foreign space agencies and everything necessary for a successful mission is taken care of by our team.

Update on Our Activities October 25, 2012
External Platform Completes First Interim Design Review October 17, 2012