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How do astronauts vote and wash their hair in orbit?Life aboard the International Space Station involves much more than scientific research. From managing hygiene in microgravity to exercising their civic duties via absentee ballot…
A successful arrival for the Cygnus spacecraft at the ISSFollowing an 11-day journey through orbit, the Orbital Sciences Cygnus spacecraft has reached the International Space Station. This video covers the mission's successful arrival a…
The heavy logistics of human life in microgravitySending humans into orbit requires more than just a rocket; it demands a complex choreography of international cooperation and rigorous terrestrial preparation. Before the Soyuz T…
From the gridiron to the galaxy: an astronaut's orbital classroomWhat does it actually feel like to live in a laboratory orbiting Earth? NASA is bridging the gap between high school classrooms and the International Space Station, allowing stude…
The final departure of the Albert Einstein cargo shipWatch the moment the Expedition 37 crew closed the hatch on the ATV-4 resupply vehicle, marking the end of its mission to the space station.- NASA shifts its Antarctic survey base to unlock previously unseen ice landscapesSince 2009, NASA's IceBridge mission has monitored polar ice from southern Chile. However, a new strategy involves launching flights directly from McMurdo Station starting in mid-…
The precise choreography of mating a Soyuz rocketWatch how NASA and its international partners prepare for launch at the Baikonur Cosmodrome. This footage captures the critical assembly phase where distinct rocket segments are j…- The rare moment when nine humans shared a single orbitExperience the atmosphere of one of the most crowded moments in orbital history. This video captures the unique transition as three Soyuz spacecraft docked simultaneously, bringin…
- The traditional ceremony marking the return of three astronautsAfter spending over five months in orbit, the crew of Soyuz TMA-09M returned to Earth. This video captures the traditional reception in Kazakhstan that marks the end of their long…
How NASA outsourced the future of orbital logisticsFor decades, the United States relied on government-built rockets to reach orbit. That changed with the Commercial Orbital Transportation Services (COTS) program. By shifting from…
The logistical blueprint for humanity's first steps on the Red PlanetNASA is currently coordinating a multi-pronged strategy to move from Earth orbit to the Martian surface. This overview explores the collaborative progress across science, human ex…
What does it actually take to survive six months in orbit?Beyond the breathtaking views of Earth, life aboard the International Space Station is a complex feat of biological and logistical management. From managing microgravity risks to …- How do we actually catch an asteroid before it hits us?NASA recently hosted a public workshop to stress-test 96 different ideas for managing near-Earth asteroids. This video explores the collaborative efforts between experts, private …
How driving a rover from orbit prepares us for MarsImagine controlling a robot on Earth while orbiting 240 miles above the planet. This isn't science fiction; it is a vital experiment designed to test how astronauts might explore …
How can we capture and relocate near-Earth asteroids?This NASA-hosted workshop examines diverse strategies for managing asteroid threats, exploring how international partners, private industry, and the public can collaborate to iden…
How high schoolers bridge the gap between Earth and the International Space StationThrough NASA's Digital Learning Network, students can engage directly with mission operations. Whether discussing projectile motion with trajectory officers or asking astronauts a…
Why a single stuck valve forced astronauts into the voidA mechanical glitch on the International Space Station (ISS) turned a routine maintenance task into a high-stakes repair mission. When a cooling pump failed, NASA had to send astr…
How do astronauts answer questions from students while orbiting the Earth?Connecting students directly to astronauts aboard the International Space Station provides a unique, authentic experience. Through live Earth-to-space calls, students can explore …
The critical ammonia loop keeping the International Space Station from overheatingWatch how astronauts Rick Mastracchio and Mike Hopkins performed a high-stakes repair on the International Space Station's cooling system. This video captures the technical precis…- The logistics of keeping human life sustained in orbitWatch the final preparations for a critical resupply mission to the International Space Station. This briefing reveals the logistical coordination required to deliver essential sc…
How Orbital Sciences delivers vital supplies to the International Space StationWatch the post-launch briefing from Wallops Flight Facility to follow the progress of the Cygnus spacecraft as it carries essential cargo to the orbiting laboratory.
The logistics of life: how Europe sustains the International Space StationMaintaining a human presence in orbit requires more than just engineering; it requires a constant, automated supply chain. This animation reveals the complex journey of the Automa…
The mission that expanded the International Space Station's crew to six membersIn May 2009, the International Space Station reached a new milestone. A Soyuz spacecraft docked with the station, bringing the total number of residents to six. Among them was Fra…- The sophisticated logistics of Europe's orbital supply lorryIn 2008, the European Space Agency launched a vehicle designed for one critical purpose: keeping the International Space Station stocked. This video explores the technology behind…
- Why an ESA scientist used LEGO bricks to plan a comet missionSpace missions require precise orbital choreography. Engineers must calculate exactly how to point solar panels toward the Sun and antennas toward Earth. To visualize these comple…
- How a LEGO model simulates a comet lander's complex movementsWatch ESA Space Scientist Detlef Koschny demonstrate a LEGO Mindstorms prototype of the Philae lander. This model replicates the mechanical motions required to study a comet's sur…
- How LEGO bricks helped simulate a historic landing on a cometTo prepare for the Rosetta mission's encounter with comet Churyumov-Gerasimenko, engineers used LEGO to model a complex touchdown. This video shows how the European Space Agency s…
- How the Automated Transfer Vehicle became a lifeline for the ISSExplore the vital role of the ESA's Automated Transfer Vehicles in maintaining the International Space Station's logistics and the evolution of Europe's human spaceflight capabili…
How a Belgian test pilot became Europe's first orbital commanderBefore commanding the International Space Station, Frank de Winne mastered the art of high-stakes flight testing. From Mirage V jets to the Soyuz spacecraft, discover the journey …- How eight candidates emerged from a pool of 6,000 applicantsIn 2013, NASA selected a new class of astronaut candidates from one of the most competitive pools in the agency's history. Beyond the prestige, these individuals represent a diver…
How Europe plans to secure its seat on the International Space StationWith the International Space Station's retirement approaching, the European Space Agency is launching a bold new mission. The EPIC project aims to ensure European career astronaut…- Endeavour’s final flight delivered critical tools for the International Space StationIn May 2011, the Space Shuttle Endeavour embarked on its 25th and final mission. Beyond being a farewell flight, it was a vital logistics run, carrying the Alpha Magnetic Spectrom…
- The final voyage of the Space Shuttle EndeavourWitness the conclusion of an era as the Shuttle Endeavour embarks on its last mission to the International Space Station, carrying vital scientific instruments into orbit.
- The final voyage of the Space Shuttle EndeavourWitness the historic STS-134 mission as the shuttle departs for its final journey to the International Space Station to deliver critical scientific equipment.
- Bridging the Void: How Astronauts Connect with Students from EarthSpace exploration is often viewed as a solitary endeavor, but it relies on a continuous dialogue between the orbital laboratory and the classroom. By connecting with students in T…
- NASA prepares to launch the next TDRS-L satellite for mission continuityThis video covers the prelaunch briefing for NASA's TDRS-L spacecraft. Discover how this new satellite will support vital science and human exploration missions by expanding the l…
How a single satellite launch prevents a global communication blackout in spaceWithout a robust relay network, NASA’s ability to communicate with the International Space Station would drop from 100 percent to just 15 percent. The launch of TDRS-L was a criti…
Soyuz Crew Heads to ISS: A Six-Month Journey AwaitsThe Soyuz spacecraft and booster are positioned at the Baikonur Cosmodrome, marking a critical phase for the upcoming crew rotation. Astronaut Steve Swanson and his Russian collea…- How a single satellite mission tracks global rain and snow every three hoursDiscover how NASA's Global Precipitation Measurement mission uses a specialized orbit to monitor changing weather systems and storm patterns from the Arctic to the Antarctic.
From 8,000 applicants to the next generation of space explorersNASA has officially unveiled its 202 even more exclusive 2025 astronaut class. These selected candidates survived a massive pool of 8,000 applicants and are now beginning a rigoro…
How do you stand still when there is no ground?In the microgravity of the International Space Station, every movement can trigger a slow tumble or spin. To conduct a steady Q&A with students on Earth, astronauts must use speci…- What is life like aboard the International Space Station?NASA astronauts Mike Hopkins and Rick Mastracchio share insights into their ongoing research and daily existence in orbit during an in-flight interview with ABC News.
- How do you vote, wash your hair, and drink coffee in orbit?Life aboard the International Space Station is a continuous feat of engineering and adaptation. Beyond the high-level research, the daily realities of microgravity require special…
- NASA's ambitious roadmap for asteroid redirection and deep space explorationBeyond the moon lies a high-stakes mission to intercept an asteroid. NASA is currently formulating a first-of-its-kind strategy to identify and redirect celestial bodies, all whil…
- The conclusion of a 166-day journey in low Earth orbitWatch the precise moment Expedition 38 concluded its mission as the Soyuz spacecraft undocked from the International Space Station. This footage captures the transition from long-…
- Life on the edge: The high-stakes relay of orbital scienceSpace exploration is a continuous relay race where one crew's departure is another's beginning. As Expedition 38 prepares to hand over the keys to the International Space Station,…
- What it is actually like to live and work aboard the International Space StationDuring the South by Southwest conference in Austin, Texas, members of the Expedition 38 crew shared insights into the high-tech reality of life and scientific research in orbit.
- A traditional homecoming for the crew of Expedition 38After 166 days orbiting Earth, three astronauts and cosmonauts returned to Kazakhstan to a ceremonial welcome at the airport.
- A milestone in orbit: Japan's first commander of the ISSSpace exploration is defined by breaking barriers of nationality and leadership. On March 13, Koichi Wakata made history as the first Japanese person to lead the International Spa…
- The digital brains guiding NASA's massive Space Launch System rocketThe Space Launch System (SLS) generates over 8 million pounds of thrust, but raw power isn't enough to reach orbit. To navigate speeds of nearly 25,000 miles per hour, the rocket …
Final preparations for the Expedition 39/40 mission to the International Space StationWitness the final moments of the Expedition 39/40 crew as they receive launch approval and meet with the press before departing for the Baikonur Cosmodrome.- From Connecticut to Orbit: Astronauts Answer Kids' Questions from SpaceExperience a rare educational exchange where the International Space Station becomes a classroom. This video captures NASA flight engineers answering questions about orbital life …
High schoolers are designing NASA's shields against deep space radiationTo reach Mars, astronauts must survive a lethal environment of charged ions. NASA recently tasked high school students with solving this problem, selecting one team to fly their e…- How NASA astronauts repaired a critical backup computer during a spacewalkWhen a vital backup computer failed during a routine health check, NASA engineers had to decide: proceed with a commercial cargo launch or risk a mission-critical repair. The solu…
- How a live conversation from orbit shapes classroom learningWatch how astronauts from the International Space Station bridge the gap between orbital research and local classrooms. This event highlights NASA's strategy for using the unique …
- How astronauts bridge the gap between orbit and the classroomWhile orbiting Earth, Expedition 39 Flight Engineers Rick Mastracchio and Steve Swanson engaged in a live downlink with students in Idaho. This educational event, part of NASA's T…
How astronauts prepare for the journey to the International Space StationBefore reaching orbit, space crews undergo rigorous training and strict quarantine protocols. From traditional ceremonies in Russia to intensive readiness checks in Florida, every…- What it actually feels like to live in an orbital laboratoryExperience a rare first-hand account of life aboard the International Space Station. NASA flight engineers Rick Mastracchio and Steve Swanson share the realities of long-term orbi…
- NASA honors two legends by renaming its premier flight research centerA formal ceremony at Edwards, California, has rededicated a cornerstone of aerospace history. The center, once known as the Dryden Flight Research Center, now bears the name of Ne…
- A journey from Red Square to the International Space StationWitness the pre-launch traditions of the Expedition 40/41 crew, from a press conference in Star City to a solemn ceremony at the Kremlin Wall.