What this node means
Mission mass is the movable payload and system mass that cost models multiply through launch and transfer assumptions.[1]
Why it matters
In the CosmosExplore model, mission mass is kept as a separate node so cost, logistics, and risk assumptions stay inspectable.[1]
Guardrails
- This entry is a model context node, not a mission quote, route promise, or safety assessment.[2]
Related graph nodes
Outgoing
- Earth launch costDrives cost[3,1]
Incoming
- ISRU propellant chainReduces mass context[4]
- Consumables reserveDrives cost[5,1]