How NASA astronauts maintain the International Space Station during their orbital missions
In short: NASA astronaut Sunita Williams explains the realities of living and working aboard the International Space Station. This educational session highlights the practical maintenance tasks required to keep the station operational, including upcoming spacewalks to upgrade power systems and prepare for new modules.
During an in-flight event on August 28, Expedition 32 Flight Engineer Sunita Williams connected with students to discuss life in orbit. Beyond the educational outreach, the mission involves critical technical work to ensure the station's longevity.
Williams and Japanese astronaut Akihiko Hoshide were scheduled for a 6.5-hour spacewalk on August 30. Their primary objectives included replacing a power switching unit and rigging cables to support the future integration of a Russian laboratory module.
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