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Apr 19, 19:14

JAXA Astronaut Takes Command of International Space Station

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi took command of the International Space Station (ISS) from Russian cosmonaut Alexei Ovchinin on Friday, leading Expedition 73 until December 8, 2025, while Expedition 72 returns to Earth on Sunday after completing numerous scientific experiments.

JAXA Astronaut Takes Command of International Space Station

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi took command of the International Space Station (ISS) from Russian cosmonaut Alexei Ovchinin on Friday, leading Expedition 73 until December 8, 2025, while Expedition 72 returns to Earth on Sunday after completing numerous scientific experiments.

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What are the key objectives of Expedition 73, and what challenges might the new crew face in achieving them?

The upcoming SpaceX cargo mission delivering over three tons of new scientific experiments, along with the planned spacewalk on May 1st, indicates a busy schedule for Expedition 73. The long duration of Expedition 73 (until December 8th, 2025) suggests ambitious research goals and continued international cooperation on the ISS.

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Apr 10, 13:20

Ukrainian Pilot Sentenced for Treason Serves on ISS

Alexey Zubritsky, a 32-year-old Ukrainian pilot who defected to Russia in 2014, is currently serving a seven-month mission on the International Space Station (ISS) as a flight engineer and a correspondent for the Russian news agency TASS, despite being sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison for...

Ukrainian Pilot Sentenced for Treason Serves on ISS

Alexey Zubritsky, a 32-year-old Ukrainian pilot who defected to Russia in 2014, is currently serving a seven-month mission on the International Space Station (ISS) as a flight engineer and a correspondent for the Russian news agency TASS, despite being sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison for...

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What are the immediate consequences of Alexey Zubritsky's treason for both Ukraine and Russia?

Alexey Zubritsky, a 32-year-old Ukrainian pilot, was sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison for desertion and treason after joining the Russian armed forces in 2014. He is currently serving a seven-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as a flight engineer and is also working as a correspondent for the Russian news agency TASS.

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Apr 1, 01:18

Starliner Malfunctions Extend Astronauts' ISS Stay to 285 Days

Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore's planned 8-day ISS visit in June 2024 extended to 285 days due to Starliner propulsion system failures, resulting in a March 18, 2025 return via a SpaceX Dragon after a political decision.

Starliner Malfunctions Extend Astronauts' ISS Stay to 285 Days

Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore's planned 8-day ISS visit in June 2024 extended to 285 days due to Starliner propulsion system failures, resulting in a March 18, 2025 return via a SpaceX Dragon after a political decision.

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How did the delays and unforeseen circumstances affect the overall schedule and logistics of the ISS missions and rotations?

The incident highlighted challenges in Boeing's Starliner program, delaying the return of astronauts and disrupting the ISS rotation schedule. The reliance on SpaceX for astronaut return underscores the complexities of space travel logistics and the need for robust backup systems. This situation also impacted the Crew-10 mission, delaying its launch.

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Apr 1, 01:17

Starliner Malfunction Extends Astronauts' ISS Mission by Nine Months

Due to Starliner malfunctions, NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams had their one-week ISS mission extended to nine months, returning to Earth on a Crew Dragon, highlighting the need for improved pre-flight checks and communication.

Starliner Malfunction Extends Astronauts' ISS Mission by Nine Months

Due to Starliner malfunctions, NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams had their one-week ISS mission extended to nine months, returning to Earth on a Crew Dragon, highlighting the need for improved pre-flight checks and communication.

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What immediate consequences arose from the Starliner malfunction, and what specific changes are being implemented to prevent recurrence?

Two NASA astronauts, initially slated for a week-long ISS mission, remained aboard for nine months due to Starliner malfunctions. They will return on a Boeing spacecraft after repairs and a review of command protocols.

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Mar 26, 19:23

Astronauts Face Lengthy Recovery After 286-Day ISS Mission

Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams returned to Earth on March 18 after a 286-day mission aboard the ISS, significantly longer than planned due to technical issues; they now face a lengthy recovery process due to significant muscle and bone loss.

Astronauts Face Lengthy Recovery After 286-Day ISS Mission

Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams returned to Earth on March 18 after a 286-day mission aboard the ISS, significantly longer than planned due to technical issues; they now face a lengthy recovery process due to significant muscle and bone loss.

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What were the immediate physical challenges faced by astronauts Wilmore and Williams upon returning from their extended space mission?

NASA astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams returned to Earth after a 286-day mission, significantly longer than planned due to technical issues. Upon their return, they experienced significant physical challenges, including muscle and bone loss, requiring extensive rehabilitation.

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Mar 20, 13:16

Astronauts Face Physical Challenges After Extended Space Mission

Two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, returned to Earth after an unexpectedly extended nine-month stay at the International Space Station, experiencing significant physical challenges during their re-adaptation to Earth's gravity.

Astronauts Face Physical Challenges After Extended Space Mission

Two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, returned to Earth after an unexpectedly extended nine-month stay at the International Space Station, experiencing significant physical challenges during their re-adaptation to Earth's gravity.

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How do long-duration space missions impact an astronaut's physical capabilities and recovery timeline?

The extended space mission resulted in temporary height increase for the astronauts, with one reporting an extra inch before quickly reverting. Post-flight, astronauts require several days to a week to regain their Earth legs, and a month to recover full physical fitness.

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Apr 19, 13:14

Japanese Astronaut Takes Command of International Space Station

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi took command of the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, succeeding Russian cosmonaut Aleksey Ovchinin. Onishi will lead Expedition 73 until December 8, 2025, overseeing scientific experiments and a planned spacewalk; Ovchinin and his crew will land in Kazakh...

Japanese Astronaut Takes Command of International Space Station

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi took command of the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, succeeding Russian cosmonaut Aleksey Ovchinin. Onishi will lead Expedition 73 until December 8, 2025, overseeing scientific experiments and a planned spacewalk; Ovchinin and his crew will land in Kazakh...

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What is the significance of the change in command at the ISS, and what immediate impacts does it have on ongoing operations?

The International Space Station (ISS) has a new commander, Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). He assumed command on Friday, succeeding Russian cosmonaut Aleksey Ovchinin of Roscosmos. Onishi will lead Expedition 73 until December 8, 2025.

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Apr 3, 07:18

ISS Astrobee Robots Tested for Space Debris Capture

NASA is testing Astrobee robots on the ISS, modified with gecko-like adhesive pads to capture space debris up to 6.5 meters in diameter, following a near-miss incident three years ago with a Russian anti-satellite missile.

ISS Astrobee Robots Tested for Space Debris Capture

NASA is testing Astrobee robots on the ISS, modified with gecko-like adhesive pads to capture space debris up to 6.5 meters in diameter, following a near-miss incident three years ago with a Russian anti-satellite missile.

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How are Astrobee robots being adapted to address the threat of space debris to the International Space Station?

Three years after a Russian anti-satellite missile exploded near the ISS, NASA is testing Astrobee robots to potentially protect the station from space debris. These robots, initially designed for filming and experiments, have been modified with gecko-like adhesive pads to capture objects up to 6.5 meters in diameter.

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Apr 1, 01:17

Astronauts Deny Abandonment Claims Following Extended ISS Mission

NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams, aboard the ISS for nine months due to Boeing Starliner malfunctions, refuted claims by Musk and Trump that they were abandoned in space, stating they calmly adapted and performed their duties.

Astronauts Deny Abandonment Claims Following Extended ISS Mission

NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams, aboard the ISS for nine months due to Boeing Starliner malfunctions, refuted claims by Musk and Trump that they were abandoned in space, stating they calmly adapted and performed their duties.

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What specific technical failures on the Boeing Starliner caused the astronauts' extended mission, and what steps are being taken to address these issues?

The astronauts' extended stay stemmed from technical failures in the Boeing Starliner, causing a political firestorm. Wilmore and Williams emphasized their thorough training allowed them to adapt seamlessly to their extended mission. Their testimony directly contradicts Musk and Trump's narrative of abandonment.

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Apr 1, 01:17

Astronauts' Extended ISS Stay Highlights Starliner Malfunctions

Due to Starliner malfunctions, two NASA astronauts spent nine months on the ISS instead of one week, returning on a SpaceX Crew Dragon; NASA and Boeing stated that they will fix the problems and continue using the Starliner.

Astronauts' Extended ISS Stay Highlights Starliner Malfunctions

Due to Starliner malfunctions, two NASA astronauts spent nine months on the ISS instead of one week, returning on a SpaceX Crew Dragon; NASA and Boeing stated that they will fix the problems and continue using the Starliner.

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What immediate steps are being taken to address the Starliner malfunctions and ensure future mission safety?

Two NASA astronauts, initially slated for a one-week ISS mission, remained for nine months due to Starliner malfunctions. They will fly again on a Boeing spacecraft, according to NASA, despite acknowledging command oversight and shared responsibility among Boeing and NASA personnel.

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Mar 20, 13:16

Astronauts Return to Earth After Nine-Month Space Station Mission

Four astronauts—Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore, Nick Hague, and Aleksandr Gorbunov—returned to Earth on Tuesday after a nine-month stay at the International Space Station, landing off the coast of Florida; they will undergo a 45-day recovery process, and the experience highlights the significant physi...

Astronauts Return to Earth After Nine-Month Space Station Mission

Four astronauts—Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore, Nick Hague, and Aleksandr Gorbunov—returned to Earth on Tuesday after a nine-month stay at the International Space Station, landing off the coast of Florida; they will undergo a 45-day recovery process, and the experience highlights the significant physi...

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What immediate physical challenges did astronauts face upon returning to Earth after a nine-month mission to the ISS?

Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, along with Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov, returned to Earth after a nine-month stay at the International Space Station, landing off Florida's Gulf Coast. They will undergo a 45-day recovery process to adjust to Earth's gravity.

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Mar 19, 07:13

Politicized Astronaut Return Highlights ISS Future

Astronauts Butch and Suni returned to Earth aboard the SpaceX capsule "Freedom" after a nine-month ISS stay, an event politicized by accusations of a "rescue mission" and overshadowed by broader disagreements regarding the ISS's future.

Politicized Astronaut Return Highlights ISS Future

Astronauts Butch and Suni returned to Earth aboard the SpaceX capsule "Freedom" after a nine-month ISS stay, an event politicized by accusations of a "rescue mission" and overshadowed by broader disagreements regarding the ISS's future.

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How did the choice of the "Freedom" capsule and political statements influence the perception of a routine crew change?

The astronauts' return highlights the intersection of space exploration and political narratives. While the mission was a standard crew change, the selection of the "Freedom" capsule and accusations by Trump have politicized the event, overshadowing the scientific achievements of the mission. This contrasts sharply with the ISS's history of international collaboration.

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