Новости МКС

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2020/09/02/iss-daily-summary-report-9022020/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 9/02/2020

EXPRESS Rack Relocation:

Спойлер

Following the relocation of EXPRESS racks 8, 10B, and 11B, the crew mated the umbilicals, adjusted the flow control valve, and assisted with the initial checkout of EXPRESS rack 11B. EXpedite the PRocessing of Experiments to Space Station (EXPRESS) Racks are multipurpose payload rack systems that store and support research aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The EXPRESS Racks support science experiments in any discipline by providing structural interfaces, power, data, cooling, water, and other items needed to operate science experiments in space. ER 11B is one of 3 basic EXPRESS racks. Basic EXPRESS Racks have been simplified to include only the most commonly required resources and feature more common connectors such as a standard Ethernet cable.

[свернуть]

ISS HAM Pass:

Спойлер

The crew participated in an ISS HAM pass with the KMO (Klub Młodych Odkrywców) Kolska Wyspa, Kolo, Poland. Three schools will be part of this contact: Adam Mickiewicz Primary School No. 2 (with ~120 students ages 12 to 15); Kazimierz Wielki Secondary School (with ~90 students ages 16 to 19); and the January Insurgents Primary School (with ~60 students ages 12 to 15). ISS Ham Radio provides opportunities to engage and educate students, teachers, parents and other members of the community in science, technology, engineering and math by providing a means to communicate between astronauts and the ground HAM radio units.

[свернуть]

Waste and Hygiene Compartment (WHC) Maintenance:

Спойлер

The crew removed and replaced the piping between the pump separator and the dose pump. The piping is replaced every 6 months as part of preventive maintenance to ensure continued performance and preclude a functional failure.

[свернуть]

In-Flight Maintenance (IFM) Hatch Seal Inspection:

Спойлер

Today, the ISS crew completed a cleaning and inspection of the USOS Hatch Seals, Hatch Plate Sealing Surfaces, and Crank Handle Mechanisms for foreign object debris (FOD) or damage.

[свернуть]

Environmental Health System (EHS) Operations:

Спойлер

Today, the ISS crew performed periodic EHS water sampling by collecting water samples from the Potable Water Dispenser (PWD) for in-flight and post-flight analysis. In-flight samples were used to perform a Total Organic Carbon Analyzer (TOCA) analysis that measures the amount of organic constituents in the potable water. The crew also tested the water samples for the presence of Coliform bacteria utilizing a Coliform test bag. These tests are used to determine if the drinking water is safe for crew consumption.

[свернуть]

Mobil Servicing System (MSS) Operations:

Спойлер

Today, the robotics ground controllers (ROBO) powered up the Mobile Servicing System (MSS) to continue with day 2 operations of the Materials on ISS Experiment (MISSE) – Flight Facility (FF) video survey and contingency bare bolts actuation. The MISSE payload has MISSE Sample Containers (MSCs) stuck in the open configuration and in order to bring the MSCs inside for return, they must be fully closed.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2020/09/03/heart-studies-ac-and-plumbing-work-fill-orbital-schedule/

Heart Studies, AC and Plumbing Work Fill Orbital Schedule

Mark Garcia
Posted Sep 3, 2020 at 12:59 pm


An space station crew member photographed the well-lit, highly populated areas of Pakistan and northern India during an orbital night period.

The three-person Expedition 63 crew focused its attention today on Japanese science hardware and Russian cardiac studies. The International Space Station trio also serviced air conditioning and plumbing systems.

The Kibo laboratory module from JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) enables a multitude of space science taking place both inside and outside the orbital lab. Kibo has an airlock that the crew can place external experiments and even satellites for deployment into the vacuum of space.

Commander Chris Cassidy spent the first part of Thursday removing a commercial science payload from Kibo's airlock. The NanoRacks External Platform supports a variety of research requiring exposure to the space environment. The automated science experiments look at different technologies and phenomena including robotics, physics, and microbiology that can benefit Earth and space industries.

Cassidy switched roles in the afternoon from space scientist to orbital maintenance man. The veteran NASA astronaut checked out spacecraft atmosphere monitor components and updated software supporting the Waste and Hygiene Compartment, the station's restroom.

Roscosmos cosmonauts Anatoly Ivanishin and Ivan Vagner continued a second day of heart research to understand how the human body adapts to long-term weightlessness. The duo explored the benefits of a negative pressure lower body suit that prevents blood and body fluids from pooling toward an astronaut's head, a unique space condition commonly known as "puffy face."

Ivanishin also replaced battery components before setting up advanced Earth photography gear. Vagner worked on fluid transfers throughout the station's Russian segment then moved on and updated lab inventory files.

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2020/09/03/iss-daily-summary-report-9-03-2020/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 9/03/2020

NREP Hardware Remove:

Спойлер

Following the extension of the slide table into the JEM pressurized volume and removal of NREP from the slide table, the crew removed External Platform Module-7 (Craig-X) and External Platform Module-12 (Astrileux) from NREP.  NREP was then placed back on the slide table and will be returned to its external location.

• Craig-X is a Flight Test Platform (FTP) designed to promote electronics testing to raise Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) at a low cost and a reduced time frame. This experiment began having communication issues early this year and despite multiple recovery attempts, was never able to recover.
• Astrileux evaluates the effects of space exposure on new materials that, for the first time, show optical performance in the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) wavelength range (10-20 nm). These materials have potential for a new generation of space instrumentation that can capture EUV radiation for use in remote sensing, planet mapping, telescopes, semiconductor applications and other systems.

[свернуть]

Spacecraft Atmosphere Monitor (SCRAM):

Спойлер

The crew removed the Major Constituent Analyzer (MCA) plug from the SCRAM and powered it up. The MCA plug is used to protect the SCRAM's sensor when the unit is powered off. SCRAM demonstrates the capabilities of a small, reliable, portable gas chromatograph mass spectrometer instrument aboard the ISS to conduct major and minor elements of air measurement (Nitrogen, Oxygen, Carbon Dioxide, Methane, Water, etc). The instrument transmits data back to the ground research team every two seconds, providing a continuous analysis to the ground research team. It has a mass of less than 9.5 kg and consumes less than 40 watts of power in its nominal configuration.

[свернуть]

Urine Processing Assembly (UPA) Software Transition:

Спойлер

Today the crew assisted the ground team in performing a firmware update on the UPA to acquire new software capabilities. The software updates are required prior to the installation of the new Toilet System. The crew performed a setup and teardown of the SSC-to-UPA Data Module connections in the Water Recovery System 2 (WRS-2) Rack. The new software will perform additional UPA leak checks and add leak annunciation to additional UPA states to alert the ground and crew to a potential leak or fluid backflow resulting from Toilet System faults.

[свернуть]

Environmental Health System (EHS) Total Organic Carbon Analyzer (TOCA) Water Recovery System (WRS) Sample Analysis & Data Record:

Спойлер

Crew performed an analysis of the water processing assembly (WPA) using the TOCA. The TOCA unit oxidizes organic carbon species present in the water to carbon dioxide gas and measures the concentration using nondispersive infrared spectroscopy. Analysis of the potable water using the TOCA occurs on a weekly basis.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

Space to Ground: Following Chris: 09/04/2020

 NASA Johnson

4 сент. 2020 г.

youtu.be/yc2MsGbgTuw

(3:00)

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2020/09/04/iss-daily-summary-report-9-04-2020/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 9/04/2020

Astrobee:

Спойлер

The crew performed various localization and mobility operations for the Astrobee satellite. This was performed in support of the upcoming Kibo Robot Programming Challenge. The Kibo Robot Programming Challenge (Robo-Pro Challenge), also known as Kibo-RPC, allows students to create programs to control Astrobee, a free-flying robot aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This opportunity provides hands-on experience with science, technology, engineering and mathematics in space and inspires the next generation of explorers. This activity is based on Japan-U.S. cooperation through the Japan-US Open platform Partnership Program (JP-US OP3).

[свернуть]

MELFI1 Electronic Unit (EU) Swap:

Спойлер

As a recovery from the MELFI EU failure on GMT 213, the crew replaced the failed EU with a spare unit. Following the replacement, the MELFI unit will be checked out and will begin cooling to the set point temperatures. The Minus Eighty-Degree Laboratory Freezer for ISS (MELFI) is a cold storage unit that maintains experiment samples at cold temperatures (+2 deg C to -95 deg C) throughout a mission.

[свернуть]

Radi-N2:

Спойлер

Chris retrieved the eight Radi-N2 detectors from the NODE2 Panel P3 location and handed them over to the Russian crew for processing. The objective of this Canadian Space Agency investigation is to better characterize the ISS neutron environment, define the risk posed to the crew members' health, and provide the data necessary to develop advanced protective measures for future spaceflight. It's been recognized that neutrons make up a significant fraction (10-30%) of the biologically effective radiation exposure in low-Earth orbit. The bubble detectors used in the investigation are designed to detect neutrons and ignore all other radiation.

[свернуть]

Environmental Health System (EHS) Coliform Water Sample Analysis:

Спойлер

Today the crew completed post processing analysis of the coliform detection bags. The water samples were acquired on GMT 246 and allowed to incubate to check for the presence of Coliform bacteria. Following the incubation period, the crew visually analyzed the coliform detection bags and recorded the results. Visual confirmation must be performed within 40-48 hours of the initial sample collection.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2020/09/08/studies-on-the-human-condition-take-flight-along-with-piloting-investigation/

Studies on the Human Condition Take Flight Along With Piloting Investigation

Catherine Williams
Posted Sep 8, 2020 at 3:29 pm


A view of NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy during hardware setup aboard the International Space Station. Credits: NASA

Expedition 63 Commander Chris Cassidy of NASA and Russian cosmonauts Anatoly Ivanishin and Ivan Vagner spent a full day after the holiday weekend on investigations that will help demystify the effects of space on the human body, as well as some routine maintenance tasks to ensure the health of the International Space Station — now in its 20th year supporting crews in space.

In the JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) Kibo laboratory module, Cassidy spent the first part of his Tuesday with Aquatic Habitat, a unique closed-water circulatory aquarium capable of accommodating small freshwater fish such as medaka or zebrafish, which serve as ideal subjects in the study of vertebrates. The station commander performed lens collection for the Confocal Space Microscopy setup and closeout, helping to maintain the microscope capable of providing fluorescence images of biological samples that inform scientists on the ground about the fundamental nature of cellular and tissue structure and functions. Cassidy later used the Biomolecule Sequencer for Genes in Space 6, which evaluates how exposure to radiation affects the long-term health of astronauts. The investigation, part of a series, will aid in finding the optimal DNA repair mechanisms that cells use in microgravity.

Meanwhile, on the Russian segment, Ivanishin furthered understanding in how the heart performs during long-duration spaceflight by setting up, and then wearing, an electrocardiogram for a 24-hour period. The crew member also wiped down instrumentation during routine maintenance and configured Earth-observation hardware to capture changes in the planet below.

Vagner, too, did some housekeeping for the outpost, performing transfers to Progress 75 cargo ship tanks in anticipation of its deorbit in Earth's atmosphere sometime in December. The cosmonaut also focused on the Pilot-T piloting spacecraft and robots study, which uses a mathematical assessment model to develop recommendations and improve the training for cosmonauts expected to perform complicated operator tasks such as docking or flying spacecraft.

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2020/09/08/iss-daily-summary-report-9-08-2020/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 9/08/2020

Confocal Space Microscopy:

Спойлер

The crew removed optical lenses from the Confocal Space Microscope hardware. The Payload Control Box Hard Drive was also reconfigured for the Confocal Space Microscope. The Confocal Space Microscope (Confocal Microscope) is a JAXA facility that provides fluorescence images of biological samples aboard the International Space Station. Confocal microscopy uses spatial filtering techniques to eliminate out-of-focus light or glare in specimens whose thickness exceeds the immediate plane of focus. With the Confocal Microscope, data can be obtained on the fundamental nature of cellular and tissue structure and functions in real-time.

[свернуть]

STP-H5-Innovative Coatings Experiment (ICE):

Спойлер

On GMT 251, the crew took photographic images of the STP-H5 ICE experiment through the JEM window as part of a quarterly imagery requirement. The harsh radiation and extreme temperatures of space can corrode the paint and coatings that protect spacecraft exteriors, potentially damaging a spacecraft's hull. Optical coatings are also important for robotic and human navigators, who would rely on specialized markings to capture or repair spacecraft. The Space Test Program-H5-Innovative Coatings Experiment (STP-H5 ICE) studies new coatings for use on spacecraft in low-Earth orbit, determining their stability after two years in space.

[свернуть]

Genes in Space-6:

Спойлер

The crew performed the setup of the Biomolecule Sequencer with a new Flow Cell sample and initiated a sequencing run. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) damage caused by increased exposure to radiation can affect the long-term health of astronauts. Genes in Space-6 determines the optimal DNA repair mechanisms that cells use in the spaceflight environment. The investigation evaluates the entire process in space for the first time by inducing DNA damage in cells and assessing mutation and repair at the molecular level using the miniPCR and the Biomolecule Sequencer tools aboard the space station.

[свернуть]

Regenerative Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) Recycle Tank Drain/Fill:

Спойлер

Today, the crew set up the recycle tank to drain to a ЕДВ-У. Following the setup the ground performed the tank drain using the Urine Transfer System (UTS). Once the ground specialists completed the transfer, the crew verified the recycle tank was empty, terminated the drain, and repositioned the fill/drain valve to fill.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2020/09/09/scans-and-housekeeping-tasks-dominate-with-an-eye-for-the-future/

Scans and Housekeeping Tasks Dominate with an Eye for the Future

Catherine Williams
Posted Sep 9, 2020 at 1:27 pm


Expedition 63 Commander Chris Cassidy servicing microbial DNA samples for sequencing and identification aboard the International Space Station. Credits: NASA

The three Expedition 63 crewmates continued working on tasks aboard the International Space Station that will not only extend the outpost beyond its current 20-year tenure maximizing science in space, but also facilitate human travel deeper into the solar system.

Commander Chris Cassidy was again in the JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) Kibo laboratory module to continue setup with the Confocal Space Microscopy. The apparatus provides many advantages over conventional optical microscopy, some of which include the ability to control depth of field and collect sequential optical sections from thick biological specimens. Next up, Cassidy disconnected and stowed the Biomolecule Sequencer, which he had just used the day before with the Genes in Space 6 investigation.

The station commander also served as the test subject for additional ultrasound eye scans, performed by cosmonaut Ivan Vagner, who serves as the crew medical officer approximately 240 miles above Earth. It has now long been understood that crew members' bodies change in a variety of ways during spaceflight, and some can even experience impaired vision. Gathering data on how ocular health changes during the course of a months-long mission will help inform scientists and mission planners for future expeditions requiring greater time in space and exploration at different destinations, like the Moon and Mars.

Vagner, along with fellow cosmonaut Anatoly Ivanishin, spent time transferring waste to the two cargo vehicles docked at station, Progress 75and Progress 76. In addition, Ivanishin wiped down surfaces in the Russian segment and disconnected his electrocardiogram monitor after a full 24-hour test that surveyed the health of his heart.

NASA commercial provider Northrop Grumman announced that it will name the NG-14 Cygnus spacecraft, the cargo ship slated to launch Sept. 29 to replenish station with supplies and new science, after astronaut Kalpana Chawla. It is the company's tradition to name each Cygnus after an individual who has played a pivotal role in human spaceflight, and Chawla was selected in honor of her prominent place in history as the first woman of Indian descent to go to space.

[tnt22]

20 Years of Science: NASA Explorers S4 Bonus

 NASA

9 сент. 2020 г.

youtu.be/-pJcbKr7iA4

(11:02)

[tnt22]

"Союз МС-17" намерен побить рекорд по скорости доставки экипажа на МКС
11:52 10.09.2020

МОСКВА, 10 сен - РИА Новости. Российскому космическому кораблю "Союз МС-17", запуск которого намечается в октябре, предстоит установить рекорд по скорости доставки экипажа на Международную космическую станцию - длительность полета составит чуть больше трех часов, сообщило НАСА.

Запуск "Союза МС-17" ракетой-носителем "Союз-2.1а" с космодрома Байконур планируется на 14 октября. В его экипаж вошли российские космонавты Сергей Рыжиков и Сергей Кудь-Сверчков, а также американский астронавт Кэтлин Рубинс.

Согласно данным, размещенным на сайте НАСА, запуск корабля "Союз МС-17" намечается в 8.45 мск, а его стыковка с МКС - в 11.50 мск. Таким образом, длительность полета экипажа до станции составит 3 часа 5 минут.

Спойлер

Сейчас рекорд по скорости доставки экипажей на МКС принадлежит кораблю "Союз МС-06", который в сентябре 2017 года сделал это за 5 часов 38 минут.

С 2013 года корабли "Союз" с экипажами стали летать к МКС по быстрой шестичасовой схеме вместо двухсуточной. В 2018-2020 годах на пяти грузовых кораблях "Прогресс" была успешно протестирована сверхбыстрая трёхчасовая схема.

В декабре 2019 года генеральный директор "Роскосмоса" Дмитрий Рогозин сообщил, что отправка корабля "Союз" с экипажем по сверхбыстрой схеме произойдёт "в ближайший период" и тогда, как он выражался ранее, космонавты окажутся на станции "быстрее, чем лететь от Москвы до Брюсселя".

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2020/09/09/iss-daily-summary-report-9-09-2020/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 9/09/2020

Confocal Space Microscopy:

Спойлер

The crew performed a partial Setup of the Confocal Space Microscopy in the JAXA Module. The Confocal Space Microscope (Confocal Microscope) is a JAXA facility that provides fluorescence images of biological samples aboard the International Space Station. Confocal microscopy uses spatial filtering techniques to eliminate out-of-focus light or glare in specimens whose thickness exceeds the immediate plane of focus. With the Confocal Microscope, data can be obtained on the fundamental nature of cellular and tissue structure and functions in real-time.

[свернуть]

Multi-purpose Small Payload Rack (MSPR):

Спойлер

The crew powered off the MSPR2 Work Bench in support of the Confocal Microscope setup. The MSPR is a multipurpose payload rack system used in the JEM. It has two workspaces and a work table that can be used for wide fields of space environment utilization including science and educational missions.

[свернуть]

Genes in Space-6:

Спойлер

The crew stowed the Biomolecule Sequencer unit and removed and stowed the Flow Cell. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) damage caused by increased exposure to radiation can affect the long-term health of astronauts. Genes in Space-6 determines the optimal DNA repair mechanisms that cells use in the spaceflight environment. The investigation evaluates the entire process in space for the first time by inducing DNA damage in cells and assessing mutation and repair at the molecular level using the miniPCR and the Biomolecule Sequencer tools aboard the space station.

[свернуть]

Environmental Health System (EHS) Total Organic Carbon Analyzer (TOCA) Water Recovery System (WRS) Sample Analysis & Data Record:

Спойлер

Crew performed an analysis of the water processing assembly (WPA) using the TOCA. The TOCA unit oxidizes organic carbon species present in the water to carbon dioxide gas and measures the concentration using nondispersive infrared spectroscopy. Analysis of the potable water using the TOCA occurs on a weekly basis.

[свернуть]

Ultrasound Eye Exam:

Спойлер

Today the crew used an ultrasound device to perform an eye scan, one of several routine ultrasound eye exams during their stay on ISS. Eye exams are performed regularly onboard in order to monitor crewmember's eye health.  Eyesight is one of many aspects of the human body affected by long-duration stays in a microgravity environment.

[свернуть]

On-Orbit Sampling:

Спойлер

The crew deployed two Formaldehyde Monitoring Kits (FMKs) in designated sample locations for post-flight analysis of on-orbit formaldehyde levels. The crew also used a Grab Sample Container (GSC) to collect instantaneous air samples for post-flight analysis. Sampling is performed every 45 days.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2020/09/10/space-station-upkeep-a-priority-as-astrobee-sweeps-the-interior/

Space Station Upkeep a Priority as Astrobee Sweeps the Interior

Catherine Williams
Posted Sep 10, 2020 at 11:38 am


This long-exposure photograph from the International Space Station was taken during an orbital night period and reveals the Milky Way glittering above a bright but exaggerated atmospheric glow that blankets the Earth's horizon. Credits: NASA

As a free-flying, cube-shaped robot dubbed Astrobee zipped through the International Space Station today, the Expedition 63 trio aboard was occupied with upkeep and experiment maintenance tasks.

Astrobee is autonomous, and therefore no additional burden to the busy schedule of Commander Chris Cassidy of NASA and Russian cosmonauts Anatoly Ivanishin and Ivan Vagner. Masterminded to assist the spare-faring crew with routine chores and give controllers on the ground an easy way to survey the station's interior, the robot is currently flying about to capture additional video and imagery for later study.

Cassidy spent significant time in the Columbus laboratory module installing Fluidics hardware and setting it up for test runs. The experiment itself consists of three small transparent spheres with a centrifuge to move the liquids within. Data compiled from the investigation will one day improve applications in space, optimizing fuel systems, as well as on Earth, providing insight into how oceans work and the phenomenon of "rogue waves." In addition, Cassidy replaced components in the Waste and Hygiene Compartment and performed life-support maintenance.

Vagner, meanwhile, helped with the life-support maintenance and serviced the Russian oxygen generator. With Ivanishin accompanying, they tackled cleaning air vents and dust filters to ensure the smooth running of the orbiting outpost. Smoke detectors within the Zarya module were also changed out during the housekeeping work.

The Russian crewmates contributed to the space station's legacy as a microgravity testbed by furthering research objectives, with Ivanishin monitoring and identifying catastrophic events through the aid of Earth photography. Vagner added to the heart health study his counterpart had completed earlier in the week by setting up his own wearable monitor for a 24-hour electrocardiogram evaluation.

At 4:32 p.m. EDT, a planned reboost will put the orbiting laboratory in the proper positioning for the anticipated Soyuz launch of Expedition 64 on Oct. 14, followed by the landing of the current crew on Oct. 21.

[tnt22]

https://twitter.com/roscosmos/status/1304179342935760901
https://www.roscosmos.ru/29197/

11.09.2020 01:05
Проведена плановая коррекция орбиты МКС

В четверг, 10 сентября 2020 года, специалисты Госкорпорации «Роскосмос» провели плановую коррекцию орбиты Международной космической станции. Для этого двигатели транспортного грузового корабля «Прогресс МС-14», пристыкованного к модулю «Звезда» российского сегмента МКС, были включены в 23:32 мск. Они проработали в течение 225 секунд, в результате средняя высота орбиты МКС увеличилась на 0,8 км, величина импульса скорости — 0,45 м/с.

Согласно данным службы баллистико-навигационного обеспечения Центра управления полётами Центрального научно-исследовательского института машиностроения (ЦУП ЦНИИмаш, входит в состав Госкорпорации «Роскосмос»), параметры орбиты космической станции после выполнения коррекции составили:

• Период обращения: 92,90 мин;[/font][/size][/color]
• наклонение орбиты: 51,66 град;[/font][/size][/color]
• минимальная высота над поверхностью Земли: 419,6 км;[/font][/size][/color]
• максимальная высота над поверхностью Земли: 437,9 км.[/font][/size][/color]

Данная операция проведена с целью формирования баллистических условий перед запуском и стыковкой транспортного пилотируемого корабля «Союз МС-17», которые запланированы на 14 октября 2020 года. В состав экипажа входят космонавты Роскосмоса Сергей Рыжиков и Сергей Кудь-Сверчков, а также астронавт NASA Кэтлин Рубинс. Дублирующий экипаж состоит из космонавтов Роскосмоса Олега Новицкого, Петра Дуброва и астронавта NASA Марка Ванде Хая.

[tnt22]

Space to Ground: Studying DNA Breaks: 09/11/2020

 NASA Johnson

11 сент. 2020 г.

youtu.be/XRwMDlvE6h8

(2:34)

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2020/09/10/iss-daily-summary-report-9-10-2020/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 9/10/2020

ISS Reboost:

Спойлер

Today the ISS performed a reboost using the SM Aft 75P R&D thrusters. This is the second of three planned reboosts to set up phasing conditions for 63S rendezvous on October 14 and 62S landing on October 21.

[свернуть]

Astrobee:

Спойлер

The crew powered on the Astrobee units to allow for ground controlled operations in the JAXA module. Astrobee is made up of three free-flying, cube-shaped robots which are designed to help scientists and engineers develop and test technologies for use in microgravity to assist astronauts with routine chores, and give ground controllers additional eyes and ears on the space station. The autonomous robots, powered by fans and vision-based navigation, perform crew monitoring, sampling, logistics management, and accommodate up to three investigations.

[свернуть]

ISS HAM:

Спойлер

The crew initiated an ISS HAM contact with College Raymond Sirot, in Gueux, France. ISS Ham Radio provides opportunities to engage and educate students, teachers, parents and other members of the community in science, technology, engineering and math by providing a means to communicate between astronauts and the ground HAM radio units.

[свернуть]

FLUIDICS (Fluid Dynamics in Space):

Спойлер

The crew performed the FLUIDICS hardware installation and set the experiment into run start. The FLUIDICS investigation evaluates the Center of Mass (CoM) position regarding a temperature gradient on a representation of a fuel tank. The observation of capillary wave turbulence on the surface of a fluid layer in a low-gravity environment can provide insights into measuring the existing volume in a sphere.

[свернуть]

Urine Process Assembly (UPA) Distillation Assembly (DA) Remove & Replace (R&R):

Спойлер

The crew completed this R&R today. Several upgrades within the unit will address many issues and shortcomings identified over the course of UPA DA history. Condensation management, pretreat urine/brine leak paths and belt slips are among the most impactful issues addressed on this unit, achieved primarily by redesigns and material changes.

[свернуть]

Water Processor Assembly (WPA) Multifiltration (MF) Bed R&R:

Спойлер

The crew performed this R&R today. The WPA has been successfully operating with only 1 MF bed since 7/3/19 when both the Catalytic Reactor and MF Beds were R&R'd. Since then the MF Bed experienced the first breakthrough of contaminants after ~8,700 lbm of throughput. This is in family with previous MF Beds placed in the first slot during dual-bed operations. This configuration is important for testing the viability of single bed operations for future exploration missions.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2020/09/11/research-into-fluid-dynamics-astronaut-health-and-earth-wraps-up-science-centered-week/

Research into Fluid Dynamics, Astronaut Health and Earth Wraps Up Science-Centered Week

Catherine Williams
Posted Sep 11, 2020 at 2:55 pm


A view of Earth from the International Space Station, taken using an external high-definition camera. Credits: NASA

Aboard the International Space Station, a flurry of research activity is underway before the Expedition 63 crew winds down to the weekend, along with essential maintenance tasks to ensure the longevity of the orbiting laboratory.

Commander Chris Cassidy crossed off a few housekeeping items, like replacing the carbon dioxide sensor for the Cell Biology Experiment Facility and stowing Rodent Research hardware for return on a future SpaceX mission, in addition to completing additional tests runs and closeout activities in support of the Fluidics experiment. Future spacecraft and their fuel systems will get a boost from this investigation, which uses the measurement of liquid displacement within a sphere to gather observations in how fluids behave inside a fuel tank.

Cassidy also spent time working with the Advanced Plant Habitat mounted in the station's EXPRESS rack to gather sound-level measurements. The habitat itself provides a large and enclosed chamber with stringent environmental controls, designed to give commercial and other bioscience research suitable conditions in which to grow despite the hostile environment to the station's exterior: space.

Flight Engineers Anatoly Ivanishin and Ivan Vagner, cosmonauts from the Russian space agency Roscosmos, worked together to complete life-support hardware maintenance tasks such as inspecting and inventorying the gear. Ivanishin continued the routine chores, cleaning out the ventilation system within the Zvezda service module and also doing a check of Russian video-recording equipment.

After setting up an electrocardiogram for a 24-hour survey of his own heart health, Vagner terminated the test. In addition to investigating the effects of long-duration space travel on astronauts, he continued with setup and observation of our own planet using Earth photography. While the universe remain the ultimate unknown, there are still phenomena on Earth that scientists do not fully understand. For those particular mysteries, observations from station could prove eminently useful.

[tnt22]

https://ria.ru/20200912/kosmonavty-1577124046.html

Российские космонавты выйдут в открытый космос из нового модуля МКС
03:06 12.09.2020

МОСКВА, 12 сен - РИА Новости. Следующий выход в открытый космос российских космонавтов с борта Международной космической станции, планирующийся до конца 2020 года, будет впервые выполнен из нового модуля, сообщил РИА Новости представитель пресс-службы Роскосмоса.

В настоящее время выходы по российской программе осуществляются из модуля "Пирс". В 2021 году данный модуль должны отделить от станции и свести с орбиты, чтобы освободить место для модуля "Наука". После этого выходы будут проводиться из модуля "Поиск".

"До конца 2020 года планируется выход из МИМ-2 (модуль "Поиск" - ред.) - впервые в истории, что обусловлено характером работ, которые космонавты будут выполнять при внекорабельной деятельности", - сказал представитель пресс-службы "Роскосмоса".

По словам источника РИА Новости в ракетно-космической отрасли, данный выход под обозначением ВКД-47, который осуществят космонавты  Сергей Рыжиков и Сергей Кудь-Сверчков, предварительно намечается в ноябре.

Предыдущий российский выход состоялся в мае 2019 года.

Ранее сообщалось, что выход под обозначением ВКД-47 планировался в октябре 2019 года, но был отложен на 2020 год. В его задачи вошли замена панели системы терморегулирования модуля "Заря" российского сегмента МКС, снятие научного оборудования и установка нового на российских модулях "Звезда" и "Поиск", а также демонтаж находящегося длительное время снаружи станции элемента корабля "Союз", что должно послужить основой для решения о продлении ресурса корабля больше 210 суток.

Спойлер

Сейчас на МКС летают россияне Анатолий Иванишин и Иван Вагнер, а также американец Кристофер Кэссиди, возвращение которых на Землю планируется на 22 октября. Ожидается, что 14 октября на смену им отправят экипаж из россиян Сергея Рыжикова и Сергея Кудь-Сверчкова и американки Кэтлин Рубинс.

[свернуть]

[tnt22]

https://www.roscosmos.ru/29208/

12.09.2020 09:30
О сближении МКС с бывшим военным спутником США

В понедельник, 14 сентября 2020 года, в 02:23 по московскому времени прогнозируется сближение Международной космической станции с американским военным спутником BRICSat-2, превратившимся в так называемый «космический мусор».

BRICSat-2 — коммуникационный экспериментальный спутник (CubeSat), оператором которого являлся ВМФ США. Он был выведен на околоземную орбиту в 2019 году ракетой-носителем Falcon Heavy американской компании SpaceX.

По расчётам российских специалистов АСПОС ОКП, вероятность сближения — 3.47Е-04. Таким образом, подтверждается необходимость маневра уклонения станции от опасного объекта. Маневр уклонения может быть запланирован в период с 00:00 до 01:00 по московскому времени 14 сентября 2020 года. Специалисты Госкорпорации «Роскосмос» продолжают мониторинг данной ситуации.

Российская сторона неоднократно обращала внимание партнёров на новые угрозы в космическом пространстве, которые возникают в связи с созданием низкоорбитальных спутниковых группировок, и предлагает выработать необходимый регламент взаимодействия.

[tnt22]

 Ivan Vagner @ivan_mks63 2 ч. назад

Суббота на #МКС — парко-хозяйственный день

Мы и пылесосим, и моем, и прибираемся. Пылесосим все места, где скапливается пыль — это пылефильтры и решетки вытяжных вентиляторов, углы, щели... На этих же решетках можно найти потерянные и улетевшие вещи (их туда прибивает потоком)
(1:48)

[zandr]

https://www.roscosmos.ru/29209/

Спутник BRICSat-2 не представляет опасности для МКС
По данным автоматизированной системы предупреждения об опасных ситуациях в околоземном космическом пространстве (АО «Центральный научно-исследовательский институт машиностроения», входит в состав Госкорпорации «Роскосмос»), бывший американский военный спутник BRICSat-2 не представляет опасности для Международной космической станции. На основе аналитики полученных данных, группы управления полётом МКС приняли решение не проводить манёвр уклонения.
BRICSat-2 — коммуникационный экспериментальный спутник, который был запущен летом 2019 года с помощью ракеты-носителя Falcon Heavy. Его оператором являлся ВМФ США.
Российская сторона неоднократно обращала внимание партнёров на новые угрозы в космическом пространстве, которые возникают в связи с созданием низкоорбитальных спутниковых группировок, и предлагает выработать необходимый регламент взаимодействия.