Tag: Space Station
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Cosmonauts Conduct Spacewalk to Install Cutting-Edge Space Station Experiment
Overview of the Spacewalk Mission A team of cosmonauts conducted a planned spacewalk to install a high-tech experiment aboard the International Space Station (ISS), marking a significant milestone in on-orbit research. The EVA (extravehicular activity) showcased the blend of precise engineering and human ingenuity that underpins modern space science. The mission, tightly coordinated with mission…
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Spacewalk Update: Cosmonauts Install High-Tech Space Station Experiment
Spacewalk Highlights: Installing a High-Tech ISS Experiment A recent spacewalk saw a team of cosmonauts on the International Space Station (ISS) reach outside the hull to install a cutting-edge experiment. The operation, conducted under careful planning and meticulous execution, demonstrates the ongoing push to expand science capabilities in microgravity and to validate technologies critical to…
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Mir Cognac Incident: Alcohol Aboard During Space Crisis
Background: Mir’s Long-Duration Mission Under Pressure The Russian space station Mir, a symbol of Soviet and post-Soviet space prowess, operated in a harsh environment where routine docking maneuvers and complex systems were weighed against the limits of human endurance. On June 25, 1997, Mir faced a crisis that underscored just how fragile long-duration missions could…
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Rescue of Salyut 7: How Soviet Cosmonauts Saved Earth from a Falling Space Station
Introduction: A Silent, Threatening Orbit On February 11, 1985, ground controllers at the Soviet Mission Control tried to contact the Salyut 7 space station, only to hear nothing. The station, left unattended for months, had failed to respond. Without telemetry, guidance, or power, Salyut 7 began to drift and tumble in its orbit. Its automatic…
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Expedition 73 Update: Astronauts Weather U.S. Shutdown on ISS
Overview: A Busy Week on the International Space Station As the United States entered a government shutdown, life aboard the International Space Station carried on with routine efficiency. The Expedition 73 crew continued critical science, station maintenance, and preparation for future research while Earth below grappled with budgetary uncertainty. The seven-person team—commanded by Sergey Ryzhikov…
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NASA and Sierra Space Modify Resupply Contract for Dream Chaser
Introduction to NASA and Sierra Space Collaboration In 2016, NASA made significant strides in space logistics by awarding a Commercial Resupply Services-2 contract to Sierra Space, previously known as Sierra Nevada Corporation. This contract aimed to bolster the International Space Station (ISS) supply chain utilizing Sierra Space’s innovative Dream Chaser spaceplane and its complementary Shooting…
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The Future of Space Exploration After the ISS
Introduction The International Space Station (ISS) has been a cornerstone of space exploration since the arrival of its first crew in 2000. Having facilitated over 4,000 experiments and supported more than 5,000 researchers globally, the ISS has solidified its role as a vital laboratory for scientific advancements. However, plans are underway for a controlled decommissioning…