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1201. Testing the backbone of the James Webb Space TelescopeWatch the arrival of the Webb Telescope's Backplane Pathfinder in Houston, where engineers prepare to subject the component to extreme conditions inside a massive vacuum chamber.
1202. How a girl from Costa Rica reached the starsThis video follows the journey of Sandra Cauffman, who rose from a modest background in Costa Rica to become a high-ranking leader at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.
1203. How NASA replaced the heart of the Hubble Space TelescopeIn 1999, engineers discovered a critical flaw in Hubble's Power Control Unit. This video captures the high-stakes mission to replace the telescope's vital component, a process tha…
1204. How NASA engineers solved an unexpected crisis during a Hubble repair missionThis video explores how the Hubble team responded to a sudden obstacle during a high-stakes mission to fix the Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph, an instrument that had suffere…
1205. How a Tinkertoy-inspired fix saved the Hubble Space TelescopeShortly after its deployment in April 1990, NASA operators discovered a critical failure: the Hubble Space Telescope's high-gain antenna was stuck. This video explores the intense…
1206. Seeing the invisible: how data visualization reveals our universeHuman senses are limited, but technology allows us to perceive the hidden complexities of our cosmos. This video showcases high-definition visualizations that transform raw scient…
1207. NASA conducts simultaneous polar ice surveys for the first timeFor the first time in seven years, NASA's Operation IceBridge is running overlapping science campaigns in both the Arctic and Antarctica to monitor changes in Earth's polar ice.
1208. How college students are building NASA's next asteroid explorerA group of students in Boston is moving from the classroom to the cosmos. This video explores their hands-on role in developing a specialized instrument for a major NASA mission.
1209. How students from across America brought scientific research to NASAOn March 11, 2016, NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center hosted a showcase of student-led environmental research, demonstrating the power of global scientific collaboration.
1210. Capturing the atmosphere in real-time with 30-second weather updatesNASA and NOAA are preparing to launch GOES-R, the first in a new series of advanced geostationary satellites. This mission represents a significant leap in how we monitor our plan…
1211. A new eye in the sky monitors Earth every 30 secondsNASA has launched GOES-16, the first of a new series of advanced geostationary weather satellites. This launch marks a significant leap in how we track and predict severe weather …
1212. A five-month journey begins: the launch of Expedition 50-51Witness the pre-launch preparations and the ascent of a new international crew as they begin their two-day voyage to the International Space Station.
1213. The precise choreography of docking a spacecraft to the ISSWatch the technical precision required to join two independent spacecraft in orbit. This footage captures the arrival of the Expedition 50-51 crew and the critical transition from…
1214. What is life actually like aboard the International Space Station?NASA Commander Shane Kimbrough joins an educational session to explain orbital research and daily life in space. This video captures a unique exchange between an astronaut and hig…
1215. A historic milestone for women in space commandWatch the details behind the November 2016 Soyuz launch from Kazakhstan, which carried a crew destined to expand the International Space Station's human presence.
1216. A new era of high-frequency weather monitoring has begunWatch the moment the GOES-R satellite successfully detached from its Atlas V rocket. This mission marks the debut of a sophisticated new generation of geostationary spacecraft des…
1217. What life is actually like aboard the International Space StationCommander Shane Kimbrough shares a rare look into orbital life during an interview with a Texas radio station. This conversation provides a firsthand account of the daily realitie…
1218. The human computers who calculated the path to the moonNASA’s Langley Research Center recently marked its centennial by honoring the African American women of the West Computing Unit. This video explores their indispensable role in ea…
1219. The real women of NASA's West Computing UnitThis video explores the vital contributions of African American women at Langley Research Center. It highlights the historical significance of the West Computing Unit and how thei…
1220. How John Glenn experienced sunrise and sunset from orbitThis footage captures the unique perspective of astronaut John Glenn aboard the Friendship 7 spacecraft. It explores the visual phenomena of orbital sunrises and the technical cha…
1221. From a Georgia classroom to the edge of the atmosphereNASA Commander Shane Kimbrough shares an inside look at life on the International Space Station. This interview offers a rare perspective on orbital research and the daily reality…
1222. Why NASA believes diversity is the key to space explorationThis video explores the real-life history behind the film Hidden Figures, focusing on how NASA's commitment to data and talent reveals a critical truth about progress.
1223. What is life like aboard the International Space Station?In this interview, NASA Flight Engineer Peggy Whitson discusses her research and daily operations while living aboard the orbital laboratory during a planned six-month mission.
1224. New insights from Mars to Earth's glaciers at NASA's largest annual gatheringAt the American Geophysical Union meeting in San Francisco, NASA researchers are unveiling critical new discoveries regarding the evolution of Mars and the real-time monitoring of…
1225. What is life like while orbiting the Earth in space?Expedition 50 Commander Shane Kimbrough discusses the realities of conducting research and living aboard the International Space Station during a live educational session with stu…
1226. How NASA expanded the frontiers of solar system exploration in 2016Review the milestones of a year defined by record-breaking progress, from advancing deep space travel capabilities to enhancing our observations of the universe and Earth.
1227. Honouring a pioneer: officials gather to pay respects to John GlennWitness the solemn public viewing of former astronaut and Senator John Glenn, as leaders from across the United States gather to honour the life of the first American to orbit Ear…
1228. What it is actually like to live aboard the International Space StationIn this in-flight interview, NASA Flight Engineer Peggy Whitson speaks with Radio Iowa to share insights from her life orbiting the Earth.
1229. How astronauts spend their holidays in orbitWhile most people celebrate on Earth, the crew of the International Space Station prepares for Christmas and New Year's in microgravity. This video features NASA's Shane Kimbrough…
1230. The high-stakes logistics of upgrading a space station's power gridWatch NASA astronauts Shane Kimbrough and Peggy Whitson perform a critical spacewalk to replace the International Space Station's aging batteries. This mission highlights the phys…
1231. What is life actually like aboard the International Space Station?NASA Commander Shane Kimbrough connects with his former Atlanta schoolmates from orbit to discuss the realities of working and living within a high-tech orbital laboratory.
1232. The complex logistics of replacing batteries in Earth's orbitWatch NASA astronauts Shane Kimbrough and Peggy Whitson discuss the intricate preparations for upcoming spacewalks and the daily realities of life aboard the International Space S…
1233. Swapping out old batteries to keep the orbital laboratory poweredWatch how astronauts navigate the exterior of the International Space Station to perform critical hardware upgrades. This mission highlights the ongoing physical maintenance requi…
1234. How NASA astronauts will upgrade the International Space Station's power systemWatch how NASA plans to perform complex spacewalks to install new lithium-ion batteries and upgrade the electrical infrastructure of the International Space Station.
1235. Remembering Eugene Cernan, the final human to step onto the lunar surfaceThis video honors the life and enduring legacy of NASA astronaut Gene Cernan, a pioneer who famously left his footprints on the moon and spent his later years advocating for the n…
1236. How astronauts upgraded the International Space Station's power supplyWatch as Expedition 50 astronauts perform a critical spacewalk to install new lithium-ion batteries. This mission involves complex electrical connections and hardware upgrades ess…
1237. Meet the astronauts preparing for the next chapter of orbital lifeNASA recently hosted a news conference featuring the crew set to launch to the International Space Station this spring. This look at the upcoming expedition highlights the seasone…
1238. Breaking records and conducting research aboard the International Space StationNASA Flight Engineer Peggy Whitson discusses the realities of life and scientific research aboard the orbital outpost. This interview provides a rare glimpse into the daily existe…
1239. A classroom without walls: life aboard the International Space StationExperience what it is like to live and work in orbit. NASA Commander Shane Kimbrough shares firsthand insights on orbital research and daily life with students from Oklahoma.
1240. Honouring the legacy of the Apollo 1 crew at Kennedy Space CenterA new tribute has opened at the Apollo/Saturn V Center to commemorate the lives of three astronauts and the lessons learned from a tragic moment in space history.
1241. What is it actually like to live aboard the International Space Station?NASA astronauts share a rare glimpse into orbital life during a live Q&A session. This video captures a discussion between space station residents and the public regarding the dai…
1242. Overcoming systemic barriers to reach the starsExplore the legacy of African American pioneers who broke barriers in flight and space exploration. This overview highlights the resilience required to achieve these milestones de…
1243. Honoring the storytellers who revealed NASA's hidden mathematical pioneersNASA recently recognized the creators behind 'Hidden Figures' for their role in bringing history to light. This award highlights how storytelling can contribute to an agency's mis…
1244. How Peggy Whitson is redefining the limits of human endurance in orbitIn this interview, NASA Flight Engineer Peggy Whitson discusses her research and responsibilities aboard the International Space Station, while preparing to break a major U.S. rec…
1245. How a record-breaking astronaut views life aboard the International Space StationOn February 9, Expedition 50 Flight Engineer Peggy Whitson hosted an in-flight educational event to share the realities of orbital research and daily life in space with students f…
1246. What is life like aboard the International Space Station?Expedition 50 crew members Shane Kimbrough and Peggy Whitson discuss the realities of living and working within the orbital complex during an in-flight interview.
1247. What it actually feels like to live in orbitExperience a direct conversation from the International Space Station. NASA astronauts share first-hand accounts of orbital life and research with aviation leaders and government …
1248. The logistics behind delivering 2,500 kilograms of science to orbitNASA and SpaceX recently convened to review the status of a critical cargo delivery. This briefing provides a look into the operational coordination required to sustain human life…
1249. A critical supply run to the International Space StationThis video details NASA's briefing regarding the upcoming SpaceX Dragon mission. Discover how the Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft will deliver essential hardware and scienti…
1250. How NASA recovers after a tornado strikes its largest rocket facilityFollowing a tornado strike on February 7, NASA's Acting Administrator visited the Michoud Assembly Facility. This video explores the recovery efforts at a site vital to the develo…
1251. The engineering precision behind altitude rocket testingDiscover how Clifton T. Arnold, Jr. manages the complex simulations required to test rockets before they ever leave the ground. This profile explores a career dedicated to ensurin…
1252. How an astronaut breaks records while teaching elementary studentsWatch NASA Flight Engineer Peggy Whitson connect with Houston students from the International Space Station to discuss orbital research and life in microgravity.
1253. What does life actually look like on the International Space Station?Experience a direct line to orbit. NASA astronauts and engineers answer real-time questions from social media followers about the daily realities of space travel and the high-stak…
1254. How NASA’s orbital research is transforming the future of aviationDiscover how technology developed aboard the International Space Station is reshaping the aviation industry, featuring a satellite discussion with astronauts Peggy Whitson and Sha…
1255. A high-stakes departure from the International Space StationWatch the moment the SpaceX Dragon cargo craft detaches from the orbital outpost to begin its journey back to Earth, carrying the results of vital scientific research.
1256. Life and research aboard the International Space StationExpedition 50 astronauts Shane Kimbrough and Peggy Whitson discuss the realities of living and conducting research in orbit during an educational event for students in West Virgin…
1257. The perspective of a traveler who has seen the world from aboveNASA astronaut Jeff Williams shares first-hand insights from four spaceflights, including the unique experience of orbiting Earth and the personal toll of long-term isolation.
1258. What it feels like to live and work in orbitExperience a rare conversation between Earth and the International Space Station. NASA astronauts share firsthand accounts of orbital life and scientific research with students in…
1259. Testing the new brain behind NASA's heavy-lift rocket enginesWatch as engineers at the Stennis Space Center evaluate a critical new controller for the RS-25 engine, a vital component for future deep space missions.
1260. How astronauts prepare the station for future commercial spacecraft arrivalsIn this footage, NASA astronauts Shane Kimbrough and Peggy Whitson perform a critical spacewalk to connect a vital docking component, ensuring the station is ready for upcoming co…

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