European Space Agency Collection (#3)

Ariane 5 rocket with ARD, artwork
Ariane 5 flight 504. Artwork showing a cut-away view of the European Ariane 5 launcher for flight 504, which deployed the XMM-Newton X-ray telescope on 10th December 1999

ATV docked to the ISS, artwork

ATV launch, artwork

International Space Station, artwork

ATV, Apollo and Progress modules

Venus Express departing Earth, artwork

SPOT satellites, artwork
SPOT satellites. Artwork of the four of the five SPOT (Satellite Pour l Observation de la Terre) earth observation satellites in Earth orbit, with the Moon at lower left

ESA base on Mars, artwork

Ariane 4 rocket versions, artwork

COROT satellite, artwork

MTFF space station, artwork
MTFF space station in Earth orbit, cutaway artwork. The Man-Tended Free Flyer (MTFF) was a space station that was planned by the European Space Agency (ESA) in the late 1980s

Soyuz-2 rocket launch, artwork. This launch is taking place at the Ensemble de Lancement Soyouz (ELS) or Soyuz Launch Complex at Frances Guiana Space Centre, French Guiana

ARD re-entry, artwork

ARD splashdown, artwork

ARD capsule, artwork

ARD test flight sequence, artwork

Mars Express booster rocket, artwork. This European Space Agency (ESA) spacecraft was launched on 2 June 2003. A Soyuz-FG rocket placed it and its Fregat booster (yellow tanks)

Cassini-Huygens probe at Titan, artwork
Cassini-Huygens probe at Titan. Artwork of the joint NASA-ESA Cassini-Huygens spacecraft firing its engine on one of its encounters with Titan in 2004

Mars Express rocket, artwork
Mars Express rocket, cutaway artwork. The first Mars mission carried out by the European Space Agencys (ESA), Mars Express was launched on 2 June 2003 and arrived at Mars in December 2003

ISS Columbus training module
Andr© Kuipers, ESA Astronaut from The Netherlands, will perform the 4th ESA long-duration mission. The launch of Soyuz 29S of his PromISSe Mission is planned for Christmas 2011 with a return in

Mars Express mission, artwork
Mars Express mission at Mars, artwork. This European Space Agency (ESA) spacecraft was launched from Earth on 2 June 2003 to travel to Mars

ATV in orbit, stereo image
Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) in orbit, stereo artwork. This is an unmanned resupply vehicle used by the European Space Agency to supply the International Space Station (ISS)

ATV approaching the ISS, artwork
Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV, top) approaching the International Space Station (ISS), artwork. This is an unmanned resupply vehicle used by the European Space Agency to supply the ISS

ELS launch pad, Guiana Space Centre. Diagram of the support services surrounding a rocket on the Ensemble de Lancement Soyouz (ELS) or Soyuz Launch Complex at Frances Guiana Space Centre

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)

Columbus ISS module, stereo image
Columbus module of the International Space Station (ISS), cutaway stereo artwork. This module, provided by the European Space Agency

Planck and Herschel rocket, artwork
Planck and Herschel rocket, cutaway artwork. These two missions were launched into space on 14 May 2009 by this Ariane 5 rocket

Ariane 5 payload deployment, artwork. This is the second stage of an Ariane 5 rocket, being used to deploy two satellites (one inside carrier)

Hermes space shuttle, artwork. This proposed European Space Agency (ESA) spacecraft was intended to perform a role similar to that of NASAs Space Shuttle

ATV re-entry, artwork
Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) re-entry, artwork. This is an unmanned resupply vehicle used by the European Space Agency to supply the International Space Station (ISS)

Ariane 5 rocket launch, stereo image
Ariane 5 rocket launch, stereo artwork. The two solid-fuel booster rockets have just separated from the main stage. The Ariane 5 launch system is used by the European Space Agency

MSG-2 weather satellite, artwork. This Meteosat Second Generation (MSG) satellite is one of the weather satellites operated by EUMETSAT

Herschel orbital separation, artwork. The Herschel Space Observatory (left) was launched into space on 14 May 2009 by an Ariane 5 rocket

Mars Express launch, artwork. This European Space Agency (ESA) spacecraft was launched on 2 June 2003 on a Soyuz-FG rocket

Cupola ISS module, artwork
Cupola ISS module. Artwork of the Cupola viewing module of the International Space Station (ISS), with an ISS crew member inside

Planck space observatory, artwork
Planck space observatory, with the Earth in the background, artwork. This unmanned spacecraft was launched from Earth on 14 May 2009

Ariane 5 launch of Envisat, artwork. This Ariane 5 rockets two solid-fuel booster rockets have just separated from the main stage. The rockets fairing (upper right) contains the Envisat satellite

ESA lunar exploration, artwork
ESA lunar exploration. Artwork of a future expedition to explore the Moon, with three astronauts on the surface. At centre, a German astronaut is planting a flag from the European Space Agency (ESA)

Herschel Space Observatory, artwork
Herschel Space Observatory, with nebulae in the background, artwork. Herschel is one of the largest space telescopes ever launched

Planck and Herschel launch, artwork. These two missions were launched into space on 14 May 2009 by an Ariane 5 rocket. The spacecraft are mounted on top of the rockets second (upper) stage

Soyuz-ISS docking adaptor
At the top of the working compartment of the Soyuz spacecraft you find the docking adapter which makes the connection to ISS for crew tranfer. This is the active part of the connection aparatus

Mars Express and Beagle 2, artwork
Mars Express and Beagle 2. Mars Express (left) is a European Space Agency (ESA) spacecraft launched in June 2003. Here, the spacecraft with solar panels deployed has arrived at Mars

ATV boosting the ISS, stereo image
Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV, lower left) boosting the International Space Station (ISS), stereo artwork. This unmanned resupply vehicle is used by the European Space Agency to supply

Experimental reentry test vehicle
Experimental re-entry test vehicle. Close-up of an Expert (eXPErimental Reentry Testbed) re-entry vehicle built by the ESA (European Space Agency)

Ariane 1 first stage
First stage of the Ariane 1 rocket, the first of a series operated by the Arianespace launch consortium as Europes first satellite launch vehicle

Ariane 1 rocket, the first of a series operated by the Arianespace launch consortium as Europes first satellite launch vehicle

Model of a Soyuz TMA docked to the ISS
Model of a Soyuz TMA docked to the International Space Station (ISS). This is the spacecraft used to take crew members to and from the ISS

ISS Biolab training station. This is the training station for the Biolab rack contained in the Columbus module of the International Space Station (ISS)

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The European Space Agency (ESA) has been at the forefront of space exploration and innovation for decades. From the Cassini-Huygens probe's remarkable journey to Saturn, capturing breathtaking images of the ringed planet and its moons, to spacecraft landing on the Moon, meticulously mapping its surface with precision. One cannot overlook ESA's Delta mission to the International Space Station (ISS), where astronauts conduct groundbreaking research in microgravity conditions. The Ariane 5 launcher plays a crucial role in these missions, propelling payloads into space with incredible power and accuracy. Artwork depicting an Ariane 5 rocket deploying a payload showcases ESA's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge through cutting-edge technology. The Ariane series of launchers stands as a testament to Europe's prowess in space exploration. Not only does ESA collaborate with international partners like NASA, but it also contributes significantly to their missions. For instance, when SpaceX's Crew Dragon named Freedom by the Crew-4 astronauts embarked on its journey atop Falcon 9 rocket, it was made possible through joint efforts between ESA and NASA. The crew members of the Crew-4 mission - Kjell Lindgren, Bob Hines, Jessica Watson, and Samantha Cristoforetti - exemplify humanity's quest for discovery beyond Earth. Their dedication is matched by that of other astronauts from various nations who work together harmoniously inside Kennedy Space Center’s Neil A suit room. As we marvel at these achievements and collaborations within our global space community, let us remember that ESA continues pushing boundaries for future generations' benefit. Through their unwavering determination and passion for exploring what lies beyond our planet’s atmosphere, they inspire us all to reach for the stars.