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"Lost Toolbag from ISS Now Visible with Binoculars: Astronaut's Mishap in Space"

During an all-female spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS), NASA astronauts Jasmin Moghbeli and Loral O'Hara accidentally lost a toolbag, which is now floating in space around Earth. The bright white bag can be spotted using binoculars and is expected to remain in orbit for a few months before reentering Earth's atmosphere in March 2024. This is not the first time an object has been lost in space, with previous incidents involving toolbags and other equipment.

via The Guardian|

#earths-atmosphere #international-space-station #nasa

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Lost Astronaut Tool Bag Transforms into Orbiting Satellite

Astronauts recently dropped a toolbag while repairing the International Space Station (ISS), and it can now be seen from Earth with just binoculars. The toolbag, identified as code 58229/1998-067WC, is reflective enough to reach 6th magnitude when it catches the Sun's light. It is moving at the same speed as the ISS and is expected to remain visible for a few months before burning up in the outer atmosphere. Skywatchers in North America have a good chance of spotting it this week.

via IFLScience|

#astronauts #binoculars #international-space-station

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"Spacewalk Mishap: Astronauts Lose Tool Bag Mid-Repair"

Astronauts Jasmin Moghbeli and Loral O'Hara accidentally dropped a tool bag while on a repair mission outside the International Space Station (ISS). The tool bag, which was lost in orbit, did not pose a significant threat to the ISS or other satellites. The astronauts were able to successfully replace a malfunctioning trundle bearing assembly and address other tasks during the spacewalk. Dropping objects in microgravity is not uncommon, but the risk of collision with other space debris is low.

via IFLScience|

#astronauts #international-space-station #repair-job