Feature Node 3: Connecting Module   The Node-3 connecting module   Node 3 will eventually house the life support equipment necessary for the permanent crew of six. It will also accommodate ESA's Cupola observation module, a seven window dome-shaped structure from where the Space Station's robotic arm, Canadarm 2, will be operated and the crew will have a panoramic view of space. Scheduled for launch with Shuttle flight STS-130 in February 2010, Node 3 will be attached to the port side of Node 1 (Unity).       Node-3 specifications Dimensions   Length 6706 mm Diameter 4480 mm     Mass budget   Launch mass 15 500 kg On-orbit payload mass 19 000 kg       Last update: 6 November 2009