This Standard applies to all parties involved at all levels in the realization of space segment hardware and its interfaces. The objective of this Standard is to provide customers with a guaranteed performance and reliability up to the equipment end-of-life. To this end, the following are specified: -·ð Load ratios or limits to reduce stress applied to components; -·ð Application rules and recommendations. This standard may be tailored for the specific characteristics and constraints of a space project, in accordance with ECSS-S-ST-00.