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science-and-technology1 year ago•2 min saved

ISS Astronauts Resolve Mysterious Odor from Russian Spacecraft

Astronauts on the ISS encountered a strange, potentially toxic odor from a Russian cargo spacecraft, prompting them to close the hatch and use air scrubbers. The smell, likened to spray paint, was traced to outgassing from materials inside the spacecraft. While the air quality was restored, the incident highlights ongoing issues with the Poisk module, which has a history of leaks. The ISS is set to be decommissioned by 2030, with future space stations expected to be developed by private companies.

via Livescience.com|

#cosmonauts #iss #nasa

space-and-technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Close Call: Russian Spacecraft's Near Miss with U.S. Satellite Raises NASA Concerns"

On February 28, a Russian spacecraft named Timed came within 10 meters of a U.S. satellite, raising concerns about potential casualties if a collision had occurred. NASA's deputy administrator described the incident as "really scary," emphasizing the danger posed by space debris. Meanwhile, Russian space officials confirmed an ongoing air leak from the Russian segment of the International Space Station, but assured that it doesn't pose any danger to the crew.

via Hindustan Times|

#international-space-station #nasa #russian-spacecraft

natural-disasters2 years ago•2 min saved

"Monday's Highlights: Hilary's Landfall, Spain's World Cup Win, and Tropical Storm Hits California"

Tropical Storm Hilary brought torrential rain to Southern California, causing flooding, mudslides, and downed power lines. President Biden is visiting Hawaii to survey the damage from the recent wildfires. Spain won the women's World Cup, defeating England 1-0. A Russian spacecraft crashed into the moon during its first lunar mission since 1976. Saudi security forces have killed hundreds of Ethiopians at its border, potentially constituting crimes against humanity.

via The Washington Post|

#california #natural-disasters #president-biden

space2 years ago•8 min saved

"Russia's Luna 25: A Historic Return to the Moon After 47 Years"

Russia is set to launch the Luna 25 spacecraft, the first Russian mission to the Moon in 47 years. The spacecraft, developed by NPO Lavochkin, will focus on soft landing technologies and explore the south pole of the Moon. Luna 25 is equipped with scientific instruments to study the lunar soil, radiation background, and the lunar exosphere. If successful, Russia plans to launch the Luna 26 orbiter, followed by the Luna 27 lander and Luna 28, which will bring regolith with ice back to Earth. The fate of these missions depends on the success of Luna 25.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

#luna-25 #lunar-exploration #moon-mission