European Space Agency's 4th Automated Transfer Vehicle
The European Space Agency's fourth and penultimate Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV-4) was named for the theoretical physicist Albert Einstein. The cargo craft launched on June 5, 2013.
Robotic ATV-4 Albert Einstein to ISS
Europe's robotic ATV-4 (known as "Albert Einstein") makes its way to the International Space Station. Image released on June 15, 2013.
Liftoff of Ariane 5 VA213 with ATV-4
On June 5, 2013, Ariane 5 VA213 lifted off from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana with ESA’s fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle, Albert Einstein, en route to the International Space Station.
'Albert Einstein' Automated Transfer Vehicle Launch
The "Albert Einstein" Automated Transfer Vehicle launches atop an Ariane 5 rocket from Kourou, French Guiana on June 5, 2013.
Albert Einstein ATV-4 Spacecraft Coming Together
Pressurised module of the ATV Albert Einstein being manufactured in December 2010 in Turin by Thales Alenia.
Ariane 5 Ascends with ATV-4
Ariane 5 began its journey to the ISS with ATV-4, Albert Einstein, on June 5, 2013. This image was released June 6, 2013.
Ariane 5 Begins Flight to ISS with ATV-4
On Wednesday June 5, 2013, Ariane 5 launched from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana with ATV-4, Albert Einstein, en route to the International Space Station. ATV Albert Einstein is the heaviest spacecraft ever launched by Ariane, beating predecessor ATV Edoardo Amaldi. This image was released June 6, 2013.
Ariane 5 Blasts Off with ATV-4 to ISS
Ariane 5 launched with ATV-4, Albert Einstein, on June 5, 2013 from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana en route to the International Space Station. This image was released June 6, 2013.
Take Off of Ariane 5 VA213 with ATV-4
Ariane 5 soared into the sky with ATV-4, Albert Einstein, on June 5, 2013 from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana. This image was released June 6, 2013.
Ariane 5 Launches with ATV-4 ‘Albert Einstein’
Ariane 5 lifted off with ATV-4, Albert Einstein, on June 5, 2013 from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana. This image was released June 6, 2013.
Transfer of Ariane 5 From Final Assembly Building
ESA’s fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle, Albert Einstein, is ready for launch on an Ariane 5 to the International Space Station on June 5, 2013, from Europe’s Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. This image was released April 4, 2013.
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