ATV-4 launch adapter

ATV Albert Einstein's launch adapter that is used to connect the spacecraft with its launcher at Europe's Spaceport, Kourou, French Guiana.

Automated Transfer Vehicles (ATV) are multi-purpose unmanned ferries delivered to orbit by Europe’s Ariane 5 launcher. Each spacecraft can deliver up to 7 tonnes of cargo to the International Space Station, including supplies and equipment, water, air, nitrogen, oxygen and fuel.