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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Scientific Mission on Space Station Concludes
- NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 mission with astronauts Hague, Wilmore, Williams, and Gorbunov concludes their science mission on the International Space Station after conducting 150+ unique experiments.
- Key milestones included microalgae research for oxygen conversion, testing of the Enhanced Exploration Exercise Device for crew health, and studying how moisture levels affect plant growth.
- Experiments like the Packed Bed Reactor and flame spread studies aim to improve systems for water recovery and fire safety in spacecraft.
- The study of microbial growth, workout monitoring, 3D printing of medical devices, and using wood in satellites were other significant investigations conducted.
- The crew also engaged in studies on manufacturing microbes in space, repairing equipment like the NICER instrument, and observing Earth phenomena for research purposes.
- Research on nutrient production, solar wind analysis, hearing tests, material aging, and satellite deployments highlighted the breadth of scientific activities on the ISS.
- Experiments like CODEX for solar wind study, HUNCH student-designed tools for astronauts, and Astrobee robot demonstrations showcased innovative research initiatives.
- The article also mentioned CubeSat deployments, arm relocations for debris removal, and Dragon spacecraft operations in delivering supplies to the ISS.
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