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Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Replace ISS Antenna
Technologyfazle-figaroFrance 24+7index-hrTimes of Indiahindustan-timesiefimeridanewsbeastexpress-tribuneDaily Sabah8d ago10 sources

Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Replace ISS Antenna

Astronauts Sophie Adenot and Anil Menon performed a spacewalk outside the International Space Station to remove a faulty antenna. While they successfully removed the old antenna, they ran out of time to install the spare.

US-Russian Crew Launches to International Space Station
TechnologyBBCAl Jazeerayle-uutiset+13fazirozhlasn1-serbiahotnewsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expressndtv+5 more1mo ago16 sources

US-Russian Crew Launches to International Space Station

A joint US-Russian crew successfully launched to the International Space Station (ISS) for an eight-month mission, continuing space cooperation despite geopolitical tensions. The mission includes an Indian-origin astronaut from NASA.

NASA Studies Fifth State of Matter on ISS
Technologydigi241mo ago

NASA Studies Fifth State of Matter on ISS

NASA is using a quantum laboratory on the International Space Station to study the behavior of matter at temperatures near absolute zero in microgravity conditions, aiming to understand the fifth state of matter.

NASA's Plan to Sink ISS Raises Environmental Concerns
Worldindian-expressklix-ba2mo ago2 sources

NASA's Plan to Sink ISS Raises Environmental Concerns

NASA's proposal to sink the International Space Station (ISS) into the ocean has sparked concerns among experts regarding ocean health and legal accountability. Critics warn of potential risks to the marine ecosystem.

Lyrid Meteor Shower Visible Globally, UK Expects Clear Skies for Peak
ScienceBBCklix-bayle-news4mo ago3 sources

Lyrid Meteor Shower Visible Globally, UK Expects Clear Skies for Peak

The Lyrid meteor shower was visible on Wednesday night, offering a celestial display for observers on Earth, with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station capturing photographs. The UK is also set for near-perfect weather conditions to view the shower as it peaks.

US Astronaut Performs Assamese Bihu Dance on ISS
CultureTimes of India4mo ago

US Astronaut Performs Assamese Bihu Dance on ISS

A US astronaut performed the traditional Assamese Bihu dance aboard the International Space Station (ISS), with a video of the performance shared by Himanta Biswa Sarma, celebrating Bihu "going global."

French Astronaut Sophie Adenot Completes ISS Mission With Two Spacewalks
Technologyle-figaroFrance 24rfi-english23h ago3 sources

French Astronaut Sophie Adenot Completes ISS Mission With Two Spacewalks

French astronaut Sophie Adenot has successfully concluded her mission aboard the International Space Station, during which she conducted two spacewalks to replace equipment and address mechanical issues. Her flight marks a significant milestone for France’s civilian space program.

French Astronaut Sophie Adenot Completes Second ISS Spacewalk
Worldle-figaroFrance 24digi24+1rfi-english2d ago4 sources

French Astronaut Sophie Adenot Completes Second ISS Spacewalk

French astronaut Sophie Adenot successfully completed her second spacewalk from the International Space Station (ISS) within a week. The extravehicular activity was undertaken to finish repairs and maintenance tasks.

Sophie Adenot Becomes First French Woman to Spacewalk
Worldle-mondele-figaroFrance 24+5n1-serbiadanasklix-barfi-englishvijesti-me9d ago8 sources

Sophie Adenot Becomes First French Woman to Spacewalk

French astronaut Sophie Adenot made history by becoming the first French woman to perform a spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS). She ventured into space in a 140-kilogram suit, suspended 400 kilometers above Earth.

NASA Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Repair ISS Robotic Arm
WorldAl Jazeeracbc1mo ago2 sources

NASA Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Repair ISS Robotic Arm

NASA astronauts performed a spacewalk to repair a robotic arm on the International Space Station (ISS). This critical mission aimed to address issues with the arm's functionality and ensure the continued operation of the station's systems.

Greek PM Mitsotakis Meets First Greek Astronaut
Worldiefimerida2mo ago

Greek PM Mitsotakis Meets First Greek Astronaut

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with the first Greek astronaut, discussing the symbolic and substantive importance of his upcoming mission to the International Space Station. Mitsotakis shared a video highlighting their meeting and the astronaut's future endeavors.

First Czech Astronaut to Fly to ISS Next Year
Technologyirozhlasaktualne-czaktuality-sk2mo ago3 sources

First Czech Astronaut to Fly to ISS Next Year

Czech army pilot Aleš Svoboda is slated to become the first purely Czech astronaut to fly to the International Space Station (ISS) next year. This mission marks a significant milestone for the Czech Republic in space exploration.

Astronauts Shelter on ISS During Air Leak Repair Attempt
WorldBBC24urndtv+2vijesti-memkd-mk2mo ago5 sources

Astronauts Shelter on ISS During Air Leak Repair Attempt

Astronauts on the International Space Station were instructed to shelter in place and prepare for potential evacuation due to an air leak. They later returned to the ISS after an attempt to repair the leak.

Axiom Space to Establish Japan Subsidiary
Businessjapan-times3mo ago

Axiom Space to Establish Japan Subsidiary

Texas-based Axiom Space is set to launch a subsidiary in Japan, aiming to strengthen its ties with the country ahead of its planned commercial replacement for the International Space Station.

NASA boss Jared Isaacman sent staff a letter blasting the Starliner mission that left 2 astronauts stranded in space
TechnologyBusiness Insider6mo ago

NASA boss Jared Isaacman sent staff a letter blasting the Starliner mission that left 2 astronauts stranded in space

Jared Isaacman. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman blasted the "troubling" failures of the Boeing Starliner mission. In a letter to NASA staff, he said it wasn't initially deemed a mishap due to reputational concerns. A report into the mission found "unprofessional behavior," including yelling in meetings. The head of NASA sent a scathing letter to employees on Thursday, outlining the failures of the botched Boeing Starliner mission that left a pair of astronauts stuck in space. Jared Isaacman slammed "design and engineering deficiencies" but said the "most troubling failure" was decision-making and leadership. "If left unchecked, [it] could create a culture incompatible with human spaceflight," he added. The mission took place in June 2024, flying two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. However, helium leaks saw Starliner's thrusters malfunction. The mission was supposed to last eight days, but the pair ultimately spent over 90 days in space before returning to Earth on a SpaceX flight. "We returned the crew safely, but the path we took did not reflect NASA at its best," Isaacman told staff. Also on Thursday, the incident was formally designated as a "Type A mishap" — the most severe level, on par with the Columbia and Challenger Space Shuttle disasters. NASA defines such mishaps as those causing more than $2 million in failure costs, the loss of a vehicle or its control, or deaths. However, a mishap was not initially declared for Starliner, despite a loss of control and, according to Isaacman, "cost thresholds exceeding a Type A mishap by a factor of one hundred," implying a loss of at least $200 million. This decision was influenced by "concern for the Starliner program's reputation," he added. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, before boarding Starliner in June 2024. MIGUEL J. RODRIGUEZ CARRILLO/AFP via Getty Images Isaacman's letter wasn't entirely gloomy. He praised the "extraordinary professionalism" of controllers and crew who recovered control of the spacecraft and achieved docking with the International Space Station. "At that moment, had different decisions been made, had thrusters not been recovered, or had docking been unsuccessful, the outcome of this mission could have been very different," he added. 'Unprofessional behavior' included 'yelling in meetings' The letter coincided with the publication of the report into the Starliner mission. It's over 300 pages long and details the engineering and cultural problems. Investigators said there were "times of unprofessional behavior" as NASA and Boeing butted heads on how to bring the astronauts home. "There was yelling in meetings," one interviewee said. "It was emotionally charged and unproductive." Another said they heard safety engineers being berated "off muted mics." "It was probably the ugliest environment that I've been in," said another. The report listed three root causes for the debacle. Firstly, it said NASA had a "hands-off approach" to setting up the contract, leading to insufficient oversight of Boeing's design and testing. Then, Boeing didn't verify the propulsion system across all environments and use cases during the design phase, leaving Starliner exposed to conditions for which it wasn't properly certified, the report said. Lastly, it said the culture at NASA's Commercial Crew Program led to greater acceptance of technical risk and a reluctance to fully challenge Boeing's analyses. Isaacman said that NASA will continue working with Boeing. "But to be clear: NASA will not fly another crew on Starliner until technical causes are understood and corrected, the propulsion system is fully qualified, and appropriate investigation recommendations are implemented," he added. In a statement, Boeing said it was "grateful" to NASA for its "thorough investigation." "In the 18 months since our test flight, Boeing has made substantial progress on corrective actions for technical challenges we encountered and driven significant cultural changes across the team that directly align with the findings in the report." Read the original article on Business Insider

First Frenchwoman Completes Spacewalk on ISS, Antenna Replacement Fails
WorldfazFrance 24klix-ba8d ago3 sources

First Frenchwoman Completes Spacewalk on ISS, Antenna Replacement Fails

French astronaut Sophie Adenot became the first Frenchwoman to perform a spacewalk on the International Space Station (ISS), during which she and a NASA astronaut successfully removed a faulty antenna. However, they were unable to install a new antenna during the mission.

NASA Astronauts Conduct 6.5-Hour Spacewalk Outside ISS
TechnologyBBCThe GuardianTimes of India+1indian-express20d ago4 sources

NASA Astronauts Conduct 6.5-Hour Spacewalk Outside ISS

NASA astronauts successfully completed a 6.5-hour spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS), with Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon participating in his maiden spacewalk. The mission involved various tasks to maintain and upgrade the orbiting laboratory.

Joint Russia-US Crew Returns from ISS Mission
Technologyhindustan-times1mo ago

Joint Russia-US Crew Returns from ISS Mission

A joint crew of Russian cosmonauts Sergei Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikayev, along with US astronaut Christopher Williams, successfully returned to Earth near Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan, after a 241-day mission on the International Space Station.

Greece Prepares for International Space Station Mission
Worldnaftemporiki1mo ago

Greece Prepares for International Space Station Mission

Greece has begun the countdown to assemble scientific and technological equipment for a potential future mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This follows the publication of the first official announcements regarding the initiative.

Greece Prepares First Astronaut Mission to International Space Station
Worldaktuality-skiefimeridanaftemporiki+2newsbeastprotothema-en2mo ago5 sources

Greece Prepares First Astronaut Mission to International Space Station

Greece is preparing its first-ever astronaut mission to the International Space Station, with the country's first astronaut, Adrianos Golemis, expected to fly within the next two years. This initiative is part of Greece's new national space program, 'HELLAS-SPACE 2.0'.

ISS Astronauts Shelter During Air Leak Repair in Russian Module
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ISS Astronauts Shelter During Air Leak Repair in Russian Module

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station were ordered to shelter in the SpaceX Dragon capsule due to a worsening air leak in the Russian module. NASA initially issued an evacuation alert but later reversed it after repairs were attempted.

Astronauts' Medical Emergencies in Space
Sciencen1-serbia4mo ago

Astronauts' Medical Emergencies in Space

An article details how astronauts manage medical emergencies and maintain physical and mental health, including diet and exercise, while aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

ISS Camera Captures Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv
Worldklix-ba6mo ago

ISS Camera Captures Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv

A video recorded from the International Space Station (ISS) shows a massive Russian missile attack on Kyiv, including visible ballistic missile trajectories and Ukrainian air defense systems in action.