Space shuttle (front and back view):
reusable space vehicle used for travel between a space station and earth.
Rudder: part of the shuttle used for turning.
Cockpit window: part of the cockpit that lets the astronaut see
outside.
Main engines: engines that enable the shuttle to enter and leave
space.
Manoeuvring engine: part of the shuttle used for steering.
Tank: part of the shuttle containing stored fuel.
Wing: lift plane of the shuttle.
Solid rocket booster: solid-rocket booster.
Exterior tank: large tank attached to the orbiter.
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