Life in orbit: An orbital laboratory's commander answers the questions
In short: Commander Steve Swanson takes us inside the International Space Station to discuss the realities of life and research in space. This interview offers a firsthand look at what it means to live on an orbital laboratory.
During a wide-ranging interview with CNN's Original Video program, NASA's Expedition 40 Commander Steve Swanson provides insight into the daily operations of the International Space Station. Having assumed command on May 12, Swanson shares his perspective on the station's research goals and life aboard the complex until his rotation ends in mid-September.
The conversation highlights the ongoing work conducted in orbit, providing context for how these orbital laboratories function as hubs for scientific advancement.
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