Russia Faces Uncertain Space Future Without Mir
The Mir space station nears destruction after a five year run, prompting worry over debris risk and Russia's shrinking space program. Cosmonauts and politicians urge keeping Mir aloft, arguing ISS participation strains resources, with Moscow warning of potential economic and political damage.
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Space shuttle boosts station orbit and packs waste for return
Space shuttle Discovery raised Alpha's orbit by almost 10 miles and filled the Leonardo cargo carrier with more than a ton of trash and gear for Earth return. Astronauts Andrew Thomas and crew noted a productive 13 day mission as crews swapped station crews and prepared for landing at Kennedy Space Center.
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Galileo probe gains final extension to 2003 mission end
NASA extends the Galileo mission through 2003 allowing five more passes by Jupiter’s moons Amalthea Callisto and Io before the probe plunges into Jupiter’s atmosphere. Since 1995 Galileo has mapped atmospheres studied Europa’s ocean and observed Comet Shoemaker Levy impact.
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