Before it comes down, what should be saved from the International Space Station?
Summary
NASA and its partners are preparing to end the International Space Station (ISS) program around 2030. Experts and museum curators are discussing how to preserve parts of the ISS since the whole structure is too large to save.Key Facts
- The ISS has allowed humans to live continuously in space for over 25 years.
- NASA plans to end the ISS program and bring it down by 2030.
- The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum held discussions on how to save the heritage of the ISS.
- Panelists included astronauts, museum curators, an archaeologist, and space officials.
- They emphasized preserving the experiences of crews from over 74 missions on the ISS.
- Some iconic parts of the ISS, like the cupola with windows, are popular for preservation.
- It is not possible to bring back the entire space station due to its size and complexity.
- Continued international space missions are seen as part of preserving the legacy of the ISS.
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