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There are quite a few tools that the Astronauts use, though for construction and maintenance in space, the Pistol Grip Tool (PGT) is the primary tool of choice. Its predecessor was the Power Ratchet Tool (PRT), originally developed and created for servicing the Hubble Space Telescope. Problems with a battery tether, battery time, bulkiness, and a lack of torque limiter/controls, led the Goddard Space Flight Center to design the PGT as the follow-up replacement for the PRT. The design was so successful (in other words, the Astronauts liked it) that it beat out a competing design for a tool for constructing the International Space Station by the Johnson Space Center.
The PGT is essentially designed like a cordless drill, except that it has 3/8" socket on the end. In fact, NASA originally approached the Black and Decker corporation to see if they were interested in designing it, but they declined due to the costs involved (PR would've been great though).
There are drum selections for torque, speed, and the information is available as a digital LED readout on the electronics package on top. Though some sources today say the PGT uses a NiMH battery, it was originally designed and flown with Lithium Ion battery packs; NASA spent over a half-million dollars on Lithium Ion technology for the program, leading eventually to its widespread use today.
In addition to the PGT, retainers, tethers, a trace gas analyzer (to ensure there's no leakage of gases present while they're working), sun shield (incorporated as part of their helmet) are the other standard tools for working in space.
There are a couple of PGT pictures on my Supervisor bio page; I was the Quality Rep responsible for the PGT program for NASA when it was being constructed and tested prior to HST's Second Servicing Mission in 1997.
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How does the space shuttle send tools into space?
The space shuttle carries tools and equipment in its cargo bay during missions. Astronauts can use airlocks or robotic arms to transfer tools from the shuttle to the International Space Station or for use during spacewalks.
What equipment do astronauts use in space?
Astronauts use a variety of specialized equipment in space, such as spacesuits for extravehicular activities, helmets for protection, communication systems for staying in touch with mission control, and tools to carry out experiments or repairs on the spacecraft. They also have access to exercise equipment to maintain their physical health and well-being while in microgravity.
What did astronauts use in space that are used in everay life?
Astronauts use many common items in space that are also used in everyday life on Earth, such as toothbrushes, towels, and Velcro for securing objects in microgravity. They also use tools like screwdrivers and wrenches to perform maintenance on the spacecraft and equipment. Additionally, astronauts consume food and beverages that are similar to what we have on Earth, although they are specially packaged for space travel.
What type of tools do astronauts need in space?
Astronauts in space require specialized tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, and grip tools designed to function in microgravity. They also use tools for conducting experiments, repairing equipment, and performing maintenance tasks onboard the spacecraft or International Space Station. Additionally, astronauts may utilize tools like retractable tethers and foot restraints to secure themselves while working outside the spacecraft during spacewalks.
What technology helps astronauts work outside of the space station?
Astronauts use Extravehicular Mobility Units (EMUs) to work outside of the space station. These suits are equipped with life support systems, communications gear, and tools needed for spacewalks. Additionally, astronauts are tethered to the space station to prevent them from floating away into space.
How does the space shuttle send tools into space?
The space shuttle carries tools and equipment in its cargo bay during missions. Astronauts can use airlocks or robotic arms to transfer tools from the shuttle to the International Space Station or for use during spacewalks.
What equipment do astronauts use in space?
Astronauts use a variety of specialized equipment in space, such as spacesuits for extravehicular activities, helmets for protection, communication systems for staying in touch with mission control, and tools to carry out experiments or repairs on the spacecraft. They also have access to exercise equipment to maintain their physical health and well-being while in microgravity.
What are some tools that astronauts use to explore space?
Astronauts use tools such as space suits equipped with life support systems, robotic arms for handling objects outside the spacecraft, and scientific instruments like spectrometers and telescopes to explore space. They also rely on spacecraft like the International Space Station and rovers to aid in their exploration.
Why do astronauts use space pen?
astronauts use space pen because as there is 0gravity in space ink will not fall on the paper
What did astronauts use silly putty for?
Silly putty was used by astronauts to stop their tools from flying around the spacecraft/shuttle, whilst they were in space. This is because there is no gravity in space, which means that everything will float about the vehicle, and not fall to the floor.
What did astronauts use in space that are used in everay life?
Astronauts use many common items in space that are also used in everyday life on Earth, such as toothbrushes, towels, and Velcro for securing objects in microgravity. They also use tools like screwdrivers and wrenches to perform maintenance on the spacecraft and equipment. Additionally, astronauts consume food and beverages that are similar to what we have on Earth, although they are specially packaged for space travel.
What type of tools do astronauts need in space?
Astronauts in space require specialized tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, and grip tools designed to function in microgravity. They also use tools for conducting experiments, repairing equipment, and performing maintenance tasks onboard the spacecraft or International Space Station. Additionally, astronauts may utilize tools like retractable tethers and foot restraints to secure themselves while working outside the spacecraft during spacewalks.
What do astronauts use?
a space belt
What technology helps astronauts work outside of the space station?
Astronauts use Extravehicular Mobility Units (EMUs) to work outside of the space station. These suits are equipped with life support systems, communications gear, and tools needed for spacewalks. Additionally, astronauts are tethered to the space station to prevent them from floating away into space.
What is space spacecraft?
A rocket plane that astronauts use to travel to space.
How do astronauts get oxygen in space?
Astronauts bring tanks of oxygen with them when they go into space. The space suits they use to make space walks also have small oxygen tanks on them.
What gadgets do astronauts use in space?
astronauts have special equipment called F.O.R.B (fuel, oxygen, radio and batteries) and of course visers by miss_india hoped that help u and here is a website if u r doing a project on space: www.nasa.gov/ see u!!!
