When did Roberta Bondar go into space?
Dr. Roberta Bondar, the first Canadian female astronaut, went into space on January 22, 1992.
Who was the first astronaut to step on the moon?
The first astronaut to land on the moon was Neil Armstrong.
Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin were the first men to walk on the moon.
How old was Michael Collins when he went to the moon?
Michael Collins was 38 years old when he flew to the moon as part of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969.
Astronauts breathe using the life support systems on their spacecraft or spacesuits. These systems provide a controlled supply of oxygen for them to breathe while in space. Inside the spacecraft, the air is managed to ensure astronauts have a safe and breathable atmosphere.
What are the names of the astronauts that have landed on the moon?
Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin on Apollo 11
Pete Conrad and Alan Bean on Apollo 12
Alan Shepard and Stu Roosa on Apollo 14
Dave Scott and Jim Irwin on Apollo 15
John Young and Charlie Duke on Apollo 16
Gene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt on Apollo 17.
(the Apollo missions before Apollo 11 did not make moon landings and the Apollo 13 mission landing was aborted).
What astronauts were involved in the Gemini Program?
Astronauts involved in the Gemini Program included Gus Grissom, John Young, James Lovell, Buzz Aldrin, and Neil Armstrong, among others. They conducted various missions to test spaceflight capabilities and techniques necessary for the later Apollo missions to the moon.
What do astronaut beds look like?
Since there is no gravity to hold astronauts in their beds they have to sleep in zipped up sleeping bags that are strapped to the inside of the space station, space shuttle or whatever they are in.
Space suits provide a pressurized environment and life support systems for astronauts to survive in the vacuum of space. They typically consist of multiple layers to protect against radiation, extreme temperatures, and micrometeoroids. The suits also have a cooling system, oxygen supply, communication equipment, and mobility features to allow astronauts to work in the hostile environment of space.
Sally Ride became a hero as the first American woman in space aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger in 1983. She broke barriers and inspired many by proving that women could excel in the field of space exploration. Ride's achievements helped pave the way for future generations of female astronauts.
When did John Glenn become the first American to orbit the Earth?
At age 40, John Glenn first orbited earth 3 times on 20th February, 1962.
At age 77 in 1998, Senator John Glenn was a member of the STS-95 crew, orbiting the Earth on board the space shuttle Discovery for almost nine days, becoming the oldest person to enter space.
What are the qualifications for being an astronaut?
The basic qualifications for becoming an astronaut include:
Have astronauts ever brought beer into space?
No. The only time any form of alcohol was taken aboard an American spacecraft was on Apollo 11. Buzz Aldrin took a small chalice of sacramental wine aboard the lander 'Eagle' in order to take holy communion on the moon.
What astronauts were on board the Gemini 8?
Astronauts Neil Armstrong and David Scott were on board the Gemini 8 mission.
What year did Ellison Onizuka go to college?
Ellison Shoji Onizuka attended the University of Colorado at Boulder. He received his bachelor's degree in June of 1969 and his master's degree in December of 1969. His degrees were in aerospace engineering. Mr. Onizuka died in 1986 on the Space Shuttle Challenger.
First black astronaut in space?
The first black astronaut was Dr. Guion Stewart Bluford, Jr. His space missions were STS-8, STS-61-A , STS-39, and STS-53 from 1983 until 1992.
Who was The first black astronaut?
Guion Bluford became the first African American astronaut to travel to space on August 30, 1983, as a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Challenger.
What tools do astronauts use in space?
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.
What training do astronauts need?
Astronauts undergo rigorous training in areas such as spacecraft systems, spacewalking, robotics, and emergency procedures. They also receive medical training to handle potential health issues in space. Additionally, they train in team dynamics and communication to work effectively with their crewmates.
How long was Alan Shepard in space for?
Alan Shepard was the first American to travel to space on May 5, 1961. His flight, known as the Freedom 7 mission, lasted about 15 minutes and 22 seconds before he splashed down in the Atlantic Ocean.
What are astronaut suits made out of?
"Parts of Spacesuit The different materials which are used to make spacesuit are: * Nylon tricot * Spandex * Urethane-coated Nylon * Dacron * Neoprene-coated Nylon * Mylar * Gortex * Kevlar (material in bullet-proof vests) * Nomex All of the layers are sewn and cemented together to form the suit. The space suit consists of the following parts: " This information was found at: http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/02144/travel/suitpart.htm
Which country put the first man into space to orbit the earth?
The USSR (Russia). Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet astronaut, was the first man in space on April 12, 1961.
The first black American women in space?
Dr. Mae Jemison became the first black American woman in space when she flew on the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992 as a mission specialist. She is a physician and engineer who has also worked at NASA.
Is a man who dedicates himself to spacetravel which consists of years of training and practise and then you take part in numerous space missions e.g. discovering planets e.t.c.=American spacemen are part of the organisation "NASA" National American Space Asscociation.=
Astronauts are highly trained individuals who are selected to travel and work in outer space. They undergo extensive training in areas such as science, engineering, and physical fitness to prepare for missions to the International Space Station and beyond. Their primary role is to conduct scientific research, maintain spacecraft systems, and perform extravehicular activities.