What equipment is on a space shuttle?

A space shuttle is equipped with various essential systems, including the orbiter, solid rocket boosters, and external tank. Key onboard equipment includes life support systems for crew safety, navigation and control systems for flight management, and communication systems for contact with mission control. Additionally, it carries scientific instruments and payload bays for satellite deployment and experiments. The shuttle also features thermal protection tiles to withstand the intense heat during re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.