Spacewalks
Saxophone in Space
Saxophone in Space NASA astronaut Ronald E. McNair played saxophone during his off-duty time on the STS-41B mission. The mission, which launched on Feb. 3, 1984, included the first untethered spacewalks performed by crew members Bruce McCandless II and Robert L. Stewart. McNair was selected as an astronaut candidate in January 1978 and completed a […]
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xBFQuxE9 es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.oxA0a 8.o)
xBFQuxE9 es una caminata espacial? (Grados 5.oxA0a 8.o) A spacewalk, also known as an EVA (extravehicular activity), is when an astronaut leaves their spacecraft to perform tasks outside in space. To prepare for a spacewalk, astronauts train by practicing movements that are similar to those they will do in space, such as using tools and […]
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Science Meets Art: NASA Astronaut Don Pettit Turns the Camera on Science
Science Meets Art: NASA Astronaut Don Pettit Turns the Camera on Science NASA astronaut Don Pettit recently completed a seven-month mission aboard the International Space Station as part of Expedition 72, contributing to research that benefits humanity and future space missions. Pettit demonstrated “science of opportunity” by experimenting with his surroundings, showcasing how art, science, […]
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