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policy-and-politics10 days ago•14 min saved

Isaacman rails for Roscosmos talks, eyes Soyuz launch attendance

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said he plans to meet Roscosmos Director General Dmitry Bakanov and attend the next crewed Soyuz launch to the ISS this summer from Baikonur, a move that could make him the first NASA administrator at a Soyuz launch since 2018. He framed the talks as focused on ISS cooperation but left room for broader NASA–Roscosmos collaboration despite sanctions, following a recent meeting with ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher.

via SpaceNews|

#isaacman #iss #nasa

space17 days ago•4 min saved

ISS Crew 12 to Join Station Ahead of Schedule, Replacing Crew 11

Crew 12—NASA’s Jessica Meir, Jack Hathaway, ESA’s Sophie Adenot, and Roscosmos’ Andrey Fedyaev—are set to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral and dock with the ISS on Thursday, replacing Crew 11 who returned early due to a medical issue. The addition will bring the station to seven crew members and restore two-person NASA spacewalk capability. The flight was moved up after Artemis II was delayed, with the crew in quarantine at the Kennedy Space Center during preflight preparations.

via cbsnews.com|

#esa #international-space-station #nasa

space2 months ago•2 min saved

Russia Plans to Reuse ISS Modules for Its Next Space Station

Russia plans to repurpose its existing ISS modules into a new space station by 2030, abandoning its original ambitious design for a polar orbit station, due to logistical, political, and economic challenges, including reliance on damaged launch facilities and uncertain future funding amid ongoing conflicts.

via extremetech.com|

#2030 #iss #roscosmos

science4 months ago•2 min saved

Russian Cosmonauts Conduct Spacewalk Outside ISS

Two Russian cosmonauts, Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritskiy, are conducting a 5.5-hour spacewalk outside the ISS to perform maintenance and scientific experiments, with live coverage available through NASA and Space.com.

via Space|

#cosmonauts #iss #live-streaming

science6 months ago•2 min saved

Russian Segment of ISS Continues to Leak Air Despite Repairs

The International Space Station's Russian segment continues to leak air despite multiple repair attempts since 2019, with recent efforts slightly reducing the leak but not eliminating it. The issue poses a safety concern, but the crew remains safe, and ongoing international efforts aim to resolve the problem before it worsens. The leak's persistence has delayed some missions, but operations like NASA's Crew-11 are unaffected for now.

via theregister.com|

#air-leak #iss #nasa

science6 months ago•2 min saved

Russian Segment of ISS Continues to Leak Air, Raising Safety Concerns

The Russian segment of the International Space Station continues to leak air despite multiple repair attempts, with the leak rate doubling over six years. Roscosmos and NASA are still working to find a permanent fix, and if unsuccessful, they may consider sealing off the Russian module entirely, which would reduce docking options but allow the station to operate normally.

via Gizmodo|

#air-leak #iss #roscosmos

military1 year ago•6 min saved

Putin's Oreshnik Missile Escalates Tensions with Ukraine and NATO

Russia's Oreshnik missile, recently used in a strike on Ukraine's Dnipro, is revealed to be a hybrid system developed by Roscosmos, traditionally known for space exploration. The missile, initially designed as a carrier rocket for small satellites, has been adapted for military use, highlighting the integration of space and military technologies in Russia. The Oreshnik's development reflects Russia's strategic focus on cost-effective, versatile launch vehicles, with potential applications in both civilian and military sectors.

via Bulgarian Military|

#military #military-technology #oreshnik-missile

space1 year ago•2 min saved

ISS Crew Tackles Mysterious Odor from Russian Spacecraft

Astronauts aboard the ISS have successfully unpacked cargo from the Russian Progress 90 spacecraft after initially sealing it off due to a foul odor. The smell, which dissipated quickly, was likely caused by outgassing from materials inside the spacecraft. NASA confirmed that air quality remained normal, and the cargo transfer proceeded without issue. The Progress 90 will remain docked for six months before burning up upon reentry, while its predecessor, Progress 89, recently performed an orbit-raising maneuver to avoid space debris.

via Gizmodo|

#iss #nasa #progress-90

space1 year ago•2 min saved

ISS Executes Another Debris Evasion Maneuver

The International Space Station (ISS) successfully dodged a piece of space debris for the second time in six days, using the thrusters of Russia's Progress 89 freighter to adjust its orbit. The maneuver, which took place on November 25, raised the ISS's orbit by about 1,650 feet to avoid a satellite fragment. This follows a similar evasive action on November 19 to steer clear of debris from a defunct satellite. The increasing congestion in low Earth orbit, with over 40,500 objects larger than 4 inches, poses ongoing challenges for the ISS.

via Space.com|

#international-space-station #nasa #progress-89

science-and-technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Russian Spacecraft's Mystery Odor Resolved, Cargo Unpacked at ISS

Cosmonauts aboard the International Space Station successfully unpacked a Russian Progress spacecraft after initially closing its hatch due to an unexpected odor and small droplets detected upon docking. The spacecraft, which launched from Kazakhstan, carried nearly three tons of supplies. NASA reported that the odor dissipated quickly after air scrubbing procedures, and cargo transfer operations are now on schedule. The Progress vehicle will remain docked for six months before being used to dispose of trash.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#international-space-station #nasa #progress-supply-mission

space1 year ago•3 min saved

Mysterious Odor from Russian Spacecraft Baffles ISS Crew

A Russian Progress spacecraft's cargo delivery to the International Space Station was delayed due to a strange odor detected by astronauts. The smell, which NASA suggests was likely outgassing from materials inside the spacecraft, dissipated quickly, allowing cargo transfer operations to proceed as planned. The incident posed no danger to the ISS or its crew, and air quality remained normal. The Progress spacecraft will remain docked for several months before being filled with trash and burned up in Earth's atmosphere.

via Space.com|

#iss #nasa #progress-spacecraft

science-and-technology1 year ago•1 min saved

NASA Deflects Space Station Odor Inquiry to Russian Program

Astronauts on the International Space Station reported a foul odor after opening the hatch of a recently docked Russian Progress cargo ship. NASA directed inquiries about the smell to Roscosmos, which did not respond. The source of the odor remains unclear, with NASA suggesting it might be due to outgassing from the cargo, while Russia blames the Poisk docking mechanism. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between NASA and Roscosmos, exacerbated by disagreements over other issues like leaks in the Russian segment of the ISS.

via Futurism|

#diplomatic-tensions #international-space-station #nasa

science-and-technology1 year ago•3 min saved

ISS Faces Mounting Challenges Amidst Safety Concerns and International Disagreements

The International Space Station (ISS) is facing significant challenges due to a persistent air leak in the Russian PrK module, which has been known since 2019. NASA warns that the leak could lead to a catastrophic failure, threatening the ISS's operation until 2030, while Russian officials downplay its severity. Tensions have escalated following the arrival of a cargo ship with a 'toxic smell,' prompting emergency measures. Despite ongoing discussions, the exact source of the leak remains unidentified, and NASA has raised the threat level, considering evacuation plans.

via Daily Kos|

#iss #leak #nasa

space1 year ago•6 min saved

ZhuQue-2E Debut and Classified Launches by SpaceX and Russia

This week, Landspace is set to launch the enhanced ZhuQue-2E rocket, while SpaceX plans four Falcon 9 missions, including the record-setting Starlink Group 12-1. Roscosmos is also preparing a classified launch from Russia. The ZhuQue-2E, using liquid methane and oxygen, will carry unknown payloads, possibly for the Honghu constellation. SpaceX's missions include Starlink satellite deployments and a classified NROL-126 mission. Additionally, the SXM-9 satellite will be launched to replace the malfunctioning SXM-7, enhancing SiriusXM's broadcasting capabilities.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

#falcon9 #roscosmos #space

space1 year ago•3 min saved

Mysterious Odor from Russian Spacecraft Delays ISS Cargo Delivery

A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft docked at the International Space Station experienced an 'unexpected odor' upon hatch opening, prompting astronauts to temporarily close it. The odor, accompanied by small droplets, led to precautionary measures, but NASA confirmed the ISS air quality remains normal. The incident follows previous issues with Russian spacecraft, though no immediate link is established. The Progress spacecraft will remain docked for several months before departing with waste.

via Space.com|

#international-space-station #nasa #progress-spacecraft