Welcome to the GIPOC

Glenn has played a major role in conducting ISS space experiments. Beginning in 1993, GRC developed NASA’s first GIPOC to provide ground support for experiments on-board Space Shuttle flights. In preparation for the launch and operations of the GRC Fluids and Combustion Facility on-board ISS, the GIPOC went through a major renovation and expansion during 2000-2001, more than doubling the capacity to 5000 sq. ft. Since 2001, the GIPOC has provided continuous support for diverse microgravity research experiments and other GRC technology experiments onboard the ISS, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, while requiring relatively minor crew intervention.

The GIPOC is a secure, multipurpose facility designed to provide dedicated support for simultaneous training, simulations, and real-time operations of space experiments on-board the ISS, support Artemis operations to return astronauts to the Moon by 2024, and support Orion operations that will take astronauts to deep space. The facility consists of the GIPOC (Building 333, Room 150), the GIPOC Communication and Network Support Room (Building 333, Room 151), the GIPOC Operations and Support Rooms (Building 333, Room 153 and 155), and a visitors viewing area that provides access on a noninterference basis during critical operations.