Russia will launch an autonomous orbital laboratory in 2015.

As explained Perminov, «OKA-T» is for "carrying out experiments on space technology and materials science. The value of stand-alone module is that it allows for all experiments in microgravity conditions and with minimal environmental impact. Samples obtained during experiments on «OKA-T», the ISS crew will take during the docking of an autonomous module and then sent to Earth.

It is assumed that the carrying out of "OKA-T experiments will have practical application. Their results will be in demand "for technology development of micro-and nanoelectronics, obtaining alloys, composite materials, biological agents.

Development of the module «OKA-T» is engaged in Samara TsSKB-Progress "in conjunction with RSC Energia. Enterprises won a competition for the lab in 2006. Weight module will be eight tons. Estimated duration of the orbit is at least five years. It was planned that «OKA-T» will be launched into orbit in 2012. This information in 2008, said in an interview with Rosbalt Deputy General Designer TsSKB-Progress "Alexander Chechin.