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International Space Station

Area

Approximately 93,000 cubic feet (2,600 cubic meters)

Modules

UnityDestinyRassvetHarmonyTranquilityLeonardoQuest Joint AirlockPermanent Multipurpose ModuleBigelow Expandable Activity Module

Time Zone

Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)

Government

Parliamentary System

Population

Varies, with maximum civil inhabitants: 7

Also Known As

Space Nation

Official Name

International Space Station (ISS)

Orbit Altitude

248 miles (402 kilometers)

Date Established

20 November 1998

Major Industries

Scientific research • Space technology • Space tourism

Primary Partners

United StatesRussiaChina

International Space Station