NASA astronauts Nick Hague and Suni Williams are set to embark on two meaningful spacewalks to enhance the International Space Station (ISS) on January 16 and January 23. the first spacewalk, starting at 7 AM EST, will last approximately six and a half hours, with live coverage beginning at 5:30 AM on NASA+.During this mission,the astronauts will replace a gyroscope and conduct repairs on the NICER telescope. The second spacewalk will focus on removing radio frequency antennas and collecting surface samples to investigate potential microorganisms outside the ISS. A press conference detailing these missions will be held on January 10 at 2 PM EST, featuring key NASA personnel discussing the upcoming operations. This marks the 273rd and 274th spacewalks dedicated to the assembly and maintenance of the ISS, showcasing NASA’s ongoing commitment to space exploration and research.
Time.news Interview: Exploring the Upcoming NASA Spacewalks with Expert Dr. Emily Carter
Time.news Editor: Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Carter. NASA has announced that astronauts Nick Hague and Suni Williams will conduct two significant spacewalks on January 16 and January 23. Can you elaborate on the importance of these spacewalks for the International Space Station (ISS)?
Dr. Emily Carter: Absolutely. these spacewalks are crucial for the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the ISS, which is a hub for scientific research and international collaboration. The first spacewalk, scheduled to start at 7 AM EST on January 16,