How Samantha Cristoforetti concluded her long-duration stay in orbit
In short: This video provides a wrap-up of the Futura mission, following Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti as she completes an intensive programme of scientific research and maintenance aboard the International Space Station.
A unique pact between NASA and the Italian Space Agency (ASI) created the Futura mission. Launched in November 2014, the mission saw Samantha Cristoforetti conduct diverse activities ranging from educational tasks to scientific research. During her time in orbit, she also oversaw the undocking of the fifth and final Automated Transfer Vehicle from the station.
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