NASA sounds alarm over ISS leak – growing concerns for astronaut safety and station integrity
Published On : 2024-11-16T12:53:47+0530 [ IST ] |
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The International Space Station (ISS) has long been a symbol of international collaboration and scientific achievement but it now faces a critical challenge. A leak aboard the station first detected in 2019 has worsened over time raising concerns about the safety of the crew and the station's long-term stability.
NASA and Roscosmos differ on ISS leak severity and safety concernsNASA and Roscosmos differ on ISS leak severity and safety concerns
The leak originates from a section of the ISS controlled by Russia specifically from a tunnel that connects the Zvezda module to a docking port. As of April 2024 the air is escaping at a rate of 1.7 kilograms per day which could accumulate over time and put the crew’s safety at risk
Diverging theories on the cause of the ISS leak Diverging theories on the cause of the ISS leak
The crux of the disagreement lies in the different explanations for the leak’s cause. Russian engineers believe the problem may be related to micro-vibrations — tiny, continuous movements that occur as the ISS orbits the Earth and carries out various activities.
ISS leak response: NASA and Roscosmos collaborate on safety measuresISS leak response:
Both NASA and Roscosmos have maintained an open line of communication. NASA astronaut Michael Barratt stressed that there has been no shortage of information shared between the two sides. Both teams are fully aware of each other’s findings and there is transparency in their ongoing investigations.
While the disagreement over the cause of the leak remains unresolved the two space agencies continue to work together to find a solution. The race is on to identify the root cause and seal the leak before the situation escalates further.
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The International Space Station (ISS) has long been a symbol of international collaboration and scientific achievement but it now faces a critical challenge. A leak aboard the station first detecte
