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The ironic situation of two astronauts stranded in space.
Once considered a landmark flight for both NASA and Boeing, technical problems have turned the CFT into one of the most forgettable missions in history.
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Why did Soviet astronauts often carry guns into space?
In 1961, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human to make a historic space flight. The Soviet Union launched many other missions after that.
Discover science
Why did American astronauts have to be quarantined when returning to Earth?
Returning to Earth in July 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong had to celebrate his 39th birthday in quarantine.
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What would a day on the Moon be like for astronauts?
When the astronauts set foot on the Moon, they realized a shocking truth: in the one day they spent exploring that strange world, many days had passed on Earth!
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How to get back to the spacecraft if the astronauts leave the cabin to work and accidentally drift away?
Outer space is a very dangerous environment, including high energy particles, solar radiation, micrometeorites, micrometeorites,...
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How do astronauts weigh when floating in space?
On the International Space Station (ISS), astronauts use specialized Russian and American equipment to measure body mass instead of weight.
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Images reveal how Starship will take astronauts to the Moon
SpaceX and NASA released a series of simulated images of how the Starship launch system would land astronauts of the Artemis program on the lunar surface.
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SpaceX Crew-8 leaves the International Space Station to begin its journey back to Earth
The astronauts of the SpaceX Crew-8 mission have left the International Space Station (ISS), beginning their journey back to Earth, expected to land off the coast of Flo…
Science invention
'Super Limbs' invention helps astronauts stand firmly on the Moon
Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have invented 'SuperLimbs' that can help astronauts stand up when they fall.
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Space Travel Weakens the Heart: Challenges for Astronauts on Space Exploration Missions!
Prolonged space travel has been shown to cause serious damage to the human body.
Space science
SpaceX launches spacecraft to pick up astronauts stranded on ISS
NASA's deputy administrator said he was grateful for SpaceX's support and flexibility in this operation.
Space science
China unveils first lunar landing spacesuit design
Over the weekend, the China Manned Space Administration (CMSA) unveiled for the first time the exterior design of the spacesuit for astronauts to land on the Moon.
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The Heartbreaking Story of the Only 3 Astronauts Who Died in Space
In 1971, three Russian cosmonauts broke the record for the longest space flight at that time, but the mission ended tragically due to a malfunction on the way back.
Space science
How do we protect astronauts from the extreme temperatures in space?
Space travel presents a series of challenges in harsh environments. The time it takes humans to survive is not long if pushed into space without wearing protective gear.
Space science
Spider-legged backpack pulls astronaut to his feet on the Moon
When astronauts fall, the SuperLimbs system of backpacks and robotic legs will help them quickly get up despite their bulky spacesuits.