International Space Station plans and partners
Thirteen nations lead by the United States will build the International Space Station or 18S as a permanent lab in space. By 2002 the structure is to be finished, weigh 462 tons, span 361 feet, orbit 220 miles up, and house six astronauts at a time for trips from Earth totaling about 36 voyages, with the US conducting about 21 launches and Russia contributing the rest.
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US scientists prep for space life on MIR station
U.S. researchers rehearse life in orbit aboard MIR, the Russian space station in service over nine years. This March astronaut Shannon Lucid will join MIR and remain until August, collaborating with Russian cosmonauts on space work.
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There Is No Home Like Space Home Sweet Home
NASA experts say life aboard the International Space Station will resemble MIR, lasting up to three months at a time. Engineers aim for a more homelike ISS with walls styled as a ceiling and floor to create a domestic feel despite weightlessness.
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Sleeping Astronauts and Food Aboard MIR
The text explains zero gravity requires items to be secured in space as nothing stays put without attachment. It notes astronauts on MIR can eat regular food from packages, with some meals needing water or rehydration, and highlights differences between Russian and American diets.
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MIR Water, Waste, and Communication Aboard ISS
The article explains life aboard the MIR and ISS like water supply via shuttle, aboard aboard water recycling, and a baglike shower. It notes clothing exchanges, water droplet risks, and weekly family phone access plus mission control messaging and personal faxes.
Relaxing Astronauts Choose Windows Over Media
Astronauts favor gazing at Earth from the window over video options. The supply shuttle brings new movie videos with each flight, but crews note that Earth views are unmatched. They can watch video on Earth, yet space offers unique, long-lasting views.
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Exercise in Space Keeps Astronauts Healthy
The text notes astronauts must exercise to prevent muscle and bone loss in microgravity. It mentions exercise bikes and rowing machines, plus workouts using bungee cords. It states lifting weights is ineffective because weights do not weigh anything in space.
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Space Station Recycles Liquid Waste Next Week Stamp Feature
On the International Space Station liquid waste is recycled as part space living. The Mini Page thanks Ray Castilla Ed Campion and Terri Hodkins from NASA and from Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center for public affairs. Next week readers can learn about stamp collecting.
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