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Economic Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Shared gajar ka halwa, aam ras with fellow astronauts: Shukla tells PM Modi
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel India's Shubhanshu Shukla and other astronauts on the International Space Station relished delicacies such as ' gajar ka halwa ', 'moong dal halwa' and ' aam ras ' as they began their 14-day stay on the orbital shared these details in an 18-minute interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday from the International Space Station that is orbiting the earth at an altitude of 400 km."Yes, I brought 'gajar ka halwa', 'moong dal ka halwa' and 'aam ras'. I wanted everyone who has joined me from other countries to enjoy the rich Indian cuisine. All of us had it together and everyone liked it," Shukla told the prime asked Shukla whether he had shared any Indian delicacies with his fellow reached the International Space Station on Thursday along with three other astronauts as part of the commercial Axiom-4 mission for a 14-day stay during which the crew will be part of a series of science reaching the orbital lab on Thursday, Shukla and the three astronauts spent the day settling in and setting up their sleeping Peggy Whitson is located in the Airlock, Shukla in Dragon, Slawosz "Suave" Uznanski-Wisniewski in Columbus, and Tibor Kapu in the Japanese Experiment Module (JEM).They completed handover activities with the Expedition 73 crew and began acclimating to life in operational tasks were also completed, including unpacking cargo in Dragon and reviewing emergency the interaction, Shukla briefed the prime minister about various experiments being done in to how space differs from Earth, Shukla explained that everything in space feels different from the training on the ground. He added that his feet were tied while speaking to Prime Minister Modi; otherwise, he would start said simple acts like drinking water or sleeping become significant challenges in space. Shukla explained that one can sleep on the ceiling, on the walls, or wherever, since orientation becomes fluid."Adjusting to this altered environment takes a day or two, but the experience is a beautiful harmony of science and wonder," he said.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Shared gajar ka halwa, aam ras with fellow astronauts: Shukla tells PM Modi
India's Shubhanshu Shukla and three other astronauts react after their Space-X Dragon spacecraft docked to the International Space Station, as part of the Axiom-4 mission. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the International Space Station, shared Indian delicacies like 'gajar ka halwa' with his fellow astronauts. During his 14-day stay as part of the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla described to Prime Minister Modi the unique challenges of living in microgravity, including sleeping and drinking, while highlighting the scientific experiments being conducted. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads India's Shubhanshu Shukla and other astronauts on the International Space Station relished delicacies such as ' gajar ka halwa ', 'moong dal halwa' and ' aam ras ' as they began their 14-day stay on the orbital shared these details in an 18-minute interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday from the International Space Station that is orbiting the earth at an altitude of 400 km."Yes, I brought 'gajar ka halwa', 'moong dal ka halwa' and 'aam ras'. I wanted everyone who has joined me from other countries to enjoy the rich Indian cuisine. All of us had it together and everyone liked it," Shukla told the prime asked Shukla whether he had shared any Indian delicacies with his fellow reached the International Space Station on Thursday along with three other astronauts as part of the commercial Axiom-4 mission for a 14-day stay during which the crew will be part of a series of science reaching the orbital lab on Thursday, Shukla and the three astronauts spent the day settling in and setting up their sleeping Peggy Whitson is located in the Airlock, Shukla in Dragon, Slawosz "Suave" Uznanski-Wisniewski in Columbus, and Tibor Kapu in the Japanese Experiment Module (JEM).They completed handover activities with the Expedition 73 crew and began acclimating to life in operational tasks were also completed, including unpacking cargo in Dragon and reviewing emergency the interaction, Shukla briefed the prime minister about various experiments being done in to how space differs from Earth, Shukla explained that everything in space feels different from the training on the ground. He added that his feet were tied while speaking to Prime Minister Modi; otherwise, he would start said simple acts like drinking water or sleeping become significant challenges in space. Shukla explained that one can sleep on the ceiling, on the walls, or wherever, since orientation becomes fluid."Adjusting to this altered environment takes a day or two, but the experience is a beautiful harmony of science and wonder," he said.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
Axiom-4: Crew settles in, Shubhanshu Shukla will sleep in Dragon
Axiom-4: Crew settles in, Shubhanshu Shukla will sleep in Dragon BENGALURU: Several hours after the Axiom-4 crew entered the International Space Station (ISS) and settled in, the seven 'Expedition 73' crew members are helping Peggy Whitson , Shubhanshu Shukla (Shux), Slawosz Uznanski and Tibor Kapu familiarise themselves with orbital lab systems and prepare for their microgravity research . 'The Axiom-4 and Expedition 73 crews are now living and working together aboard the orbital outpost and preparing for new space research and the departure of a cargo ship,' Nasa said. Post docking, the Axiom-4 crew spent the rest of Thursday setting up their sleeping quarters, with Peggy located in the 'Airlock', Shux in 'Dragon', Uznanski in 'Columbus', and Tibor in the Japanese Experiment Module (JEM). They completed handover activities with the Expedition 73 crew and began acclimating to life in microgravity. Key operational tasks were also completed, including unpacking cargo in Dragon and reviewing emergency protocols. The crew has also been briefed on standard orbital safety procedures and the location of station's emergency equipment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo On Friday, Peggy and the team quickly got to work unloading sample-packed hardware and portable science freezers from inside Dragon for installation in station incubators and research refrigerators ahead of upcoming experiments. Station safety hardware was also temporarily transferred inside Dragon as is customary for visiting spacecraft. The Axiom-4 quartet later joined the Expedition 73 crew for more safety reviews to learn their roles and responsibilities and communication protocols with mission controllers in the unlikely event of an emergency on the orbital outpost. Expedition 73 kept up its daily research schedule with a space exercise study , eye exams, and lunar photography. Cargo transfers and life support maintenance rounded out the crew's day. Nasa flight engineer Anne McClain spent her day assisting the Axiom-4 crewmates with their station familiarisation duties and cargo transfers. Peggy, who shared a photograph of Earth, said: 'I've missed this view.'
Broadcast Pro
05-02-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Thales partners with MBRSC to develop Emirates airlock module
The Airlock will allow astronauts to perform spacewalks, transfer research to and from the lunar station and serve as an additional docking port for spacecraft vehicles. Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to design and develop the Emirates Crew and Science Airlock Module. This module will be docked to the Lunar Gateway, the Cislunar space station supporting future lunar missions. The agreement was formalised at a signing ceremony in Abu Dhabi, attended by Teodoro Valente, President of the Italian Space Agency (ASI). The Emirates Airlock will play a critical role in enabling astronauts to conduct extravehicular activities (EVAs), facilitate the transfer of research materials, and provide an additional docking port for spacecraft. This initiative strengthens the UAEs standing in global space exploration, enhances the countrys scientific community and prepares future generations of scientists and engineers for involvement in space programmes. Designed to support Gateway operations and scientific endeavours, the pressurised module will serve as a storage and maintenance space for EVA suits, tools, and equipment. It will also include a science airlock, allowing the transfer of scientific experiments and hardware between the station's interior and the external environment. Key milestones for 2025 include the Mission Concept Review, followed by the System Requirements Review and the Preliminary Design Reviews at both the primary structure and system levels. Thales Alenia Space CEO, Hervé Derrey, said: 'I would like to sincerely thank the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) for putting its trust in our company. This new pressurized element is crucial for the Lunar Gateway as it will be designed to enable extravehicular activities for astronauts in particular. We are delighted to accompany the MBRSC and the UAE's bold vision in space exploration and support their commitment to international partners. This new contract emphasizes even more Thales Alenia Spaces leading positions in the fields of space transportation systems, orbital infrastructures and deep space exploration.' Giampiero Di Paolo, Deputy CEO and Senior Vice President, Observation, Exploration and Navigation at Thales Alenia Space, added: 'I want to express my gratitude to the MBRSC for entrusting Thales Alenia Space in the manufacturing of the Emirates crew and science airlock module dedicated to Lunar Gateway. This partnership is a significant milestone, reflecting the trust the UAE has placed in our expertise and commitment to advancing space exploration. The Airlock module paves the way to the UAE's remarkable commitment to innovation and excellence in space endeavours. Our goal is to work with the space community to contribute to lunar exploration and to continuous presence on the lunar surface. In that sense, we continuously invest in new technological developments and foster innovation. Challenges like this stimulate us and our supply chain for the benefit of the whole space ecosystem. 'Our company has leveraged its longstanding experience in pressurized modules to offer a fifth module for the cislunar space station, including Lunar-View, Lunar-Link, Lunar I-Hab for ESA, HALOs pressurized module for Northrop Grumman and now the Emirates airlock module.'
Reuters
04-02-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Thales Alenia Space strikes deal with the Emirates for space station module
Feb 4 (Reuters) - Thales Alenia Space (TAS) has clinched an order from the UAE's Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre to develop an airlock module for the Lunar Gateway space station, the joint venture between France's Thales ( opens new tab and Italy's Leonardo ( opens new tab said. "The Airlock will allow astronauts to perform spacewalks, transfer research to and from the lunar station, and serve as an additional docking port for spacecraft vehicles," TAS said in a press release on Tuesday. The order, for an undisclosed amount, is the latest in a series of contracts awarded to TAS in recent weeks, including two from the European Space Agency for the design of the Venus-bound Envision spacecraft and the Argonaut lunar lander. The Lunar Gateway is to become the first international space station around the moon as part of the Artemis programme. It is a multinational project involving NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). ($1 = 0.9633 euros)
