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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Sunita Williams prepares for extended stay on the ISS

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NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will return to the Earth in February 2025. 

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Here’s how they will manage essentials like food, oxygen, and their health during their extended stay. 

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Williams and Wilmore will eat a mix of pre-packaged meals and fresh veggies created, ensuring they stay healthy and well-nourished.

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The International Space Station (ISS) has oxygen-generating systems that convert approximately 50% of carbon dioxide back into oxygen.

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A recycling system on the ISS converts waste fluids and moisture into drinkable water.

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Similarly, solid waste will be recycled and turned into useful resources, which is crucial for the long mission.

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The crew is trained and has medical supplies to handle any health emergencies during the mission.

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The crew faces risks like radiation and muscle loss, but regular exercise and protective measures are in place to keep them safe.

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NASA has announced the final crew for the SpaceX Crew-9 mission, which will bring Williams and Willmore back to Earth. It is set to depart for the ISS in September 2024.

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