Tag EVA

The International Space Station (ISS) continues to be a hub of scientific discovery as Expedition 72 engages in a variety of groundbreaking experiments and research initiatives. The crew, comprising seasoned astronauts, is involved in studies that span diverse fields, including material science, biology, and Earth observation. One of the standout initiatives currently underway involves Antarctic […]

Testing the new space suit in orbit The recent Polaris Dawn mission has not only been a showcase of human endurance and initiative; it has propelled the testing of a new generation of space suits into the limelight, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of space exploration. Conducting an Extravehicular Activity (EVA)—commonly known as […]

The Polaris Dawn mission marks a watershed moment in the annals of commercial space exploration, signifying not only the heights achieved in the cosmos but also the bold steps taken towards the future of human spaceflight. Launched on September 10, 2024, this mission has accomplished several historic milestones, which together paint a vivid picture of […]

The recent spacewalk conducted by the Polaris Dawn crew represents a significant milestone in the journey towards a new era of commercial space exploration. Astronauts Jared Isaacman and Sarah Gillis made history as they ventured outside the Dragon Resilience spacecraft, marking the first-ever Extra-Vehicular Activity (EVA) performed by commercial astronauts. This groundbreaking moment not only […]

The Polaris Dawn mission, set for launch on SpaceX’s Falcon 9, represents a groundbreaking step in the annals of space exploration. Scheduled for liftoff on September 10th, 2024, at 3:38 a.m. Eastern Time (7:38 UTC) from Kennedy Space Center’s historic Launch Complex 39A, this mission is poised to redefine our understanding of human spaceflight. At […]

The Polaris Dawn mission stands as a groundbreaking achievement in the realm of space exploration, combining audacity with scientific inquiry. As the first mission in the Polaris Program, it marks not only the farthest human journey from Earth since Apollo 17 but also aims to set the stage for future commercial space endeavors. Its objectives […]

China’s sixth uncrewed lunar exploration mission, Chang’e 6, landed on and sampled the far side of the Moon. The mission was launched on a Chang Zheng 5 rocket from the Wenchang Space Launch Site on May 3 at 09:27 UTC. The Chang’e 6 vehicle consists of an orbiter, lander, ascent vehicle, and sample return capsule. […]

Every month aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is packed with activity, science, and research, and April was no exception. From astronaut departures to spacewalks and observing a total eclipse, the month was full of exciting events. Let’s take a closer look at all the amazing things that happened on the ISS in April. The […]

The International Space Station (ISS) has been facing a series of challenges in recent months, but the crew of Expedition 70 is determined to overcome them. After two crew handovers and technical issues such as a seized-up rotary joint and a coolant leak, the crew is now preparing for upcoming spacewalks. Let’s take a closer […]