NASA astronauts complete 6-hour, 27-minute spacewalk on ISS
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Why in news
NASA astronauts completed a significant spacewalk on the ISS to install hardware for next-generation solar arrays, highlighting advancements in orbital infrastructure.
Background
Astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir conducted a 6-hour, 27-minute spacewalk on the International Space Station (ISS). They installed mounting hardware for Integrated Roll-Out Solar Arrays (IROSA) to enhance power supply and support station deorbiting.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TIROSA: Integrated Roll-Out Solar Arrays are designed to provide more power to the ISS than traditional solar arrays.
- S&TISS: A modular space station in low Earth orbit where multiple nations collaborate on scientific research.
- FactThe spacewalk lasted 6 hours and 27 minutes, occurring during Expedition 75.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of international cooperation in space exploration and the technological challenges associated with maintaining long-term orbital infrastructure.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- technological hurdles of orbital maintenance
- international collaboration models
- sustainability of space assets
Keywords: orbital infrastructure · space exploration · technological advancement · international cooperation
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