The French astronaut is scheduled to embark on two “extravicular” missions this Wednesday and Sunday. A rare event he shares with American Shane Kimberly.
Thomas Baskett is defining himself. He is preparing to go into space to replace the solar panels used to power the space station where he has been for weeks.
What is the purpose of these trips?
First, replace some solar panels with ISS. Solar energy makes it possible to supply the station with electricity, mostly thanks to the panels that cover it. There are two trips in replacing three of the four pairs of these solar panels.
Older models are still running, but NASA notes that they are reaching the end of their lives after 15 years of service. The new equipment will be installed directly on the old ones and will bring in 215 kilowatts of electricity, which is more than the 160 kilowatts previously produced.
What are the risks?
Because of the physical and intellectual intensity of the mission, Thomas Baskett and Shane Kimbero have to double their concentration during these space moments. In addition, the environment in which they operate and potential technical issues may play a role.
How to follow these journeys?
You can follow it for this Wednesday June 16th release 6pm on the YouTube or Twitch channel Art, There will be several speakers.
For the Sunday release of Sunday, June 20, the CNES (Center National des Etiquette Spatial) Twitch and YouTube channels will broadcast the release from 1:45 p.m., Again with partners.
For those who want to follow the full 6:30 hour journey, NASA will broadcast live from 12:30 p.m. The U.S. company also notes that Thomas Baskett will wear a jumpsuit with red stripes to avoid confusing the two astronauts.
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