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What do astronauts use to fly the space shuttle?
What do astronauts use to fly the space shuttle?
How do astronauts move around in the space shuttle?
How do astronauts move around in the space shuttle?
What do astronauts eat during meal times in space?
What do astronauts eat during meal times in space?
What do astronauts wear to go for space walks outside the shuttle?
What do astronauts wear to go for space walks outside the shuttle?
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Study Notes
Flying the Space Shuttle
- Astronauts use a control panel containing various buttons, switches, and screens to operate the shuttle's systems during flight.
- The shuttle's onboard computers assist in navigation, monitor the vehicle's status, and control its trajectory.
Movement in the Space Shuttle
- Astronauts move around the shuttle with the help of handrails and footholds, as microgravity makes traditional walking impossible.
- They utilize a combination of pushing off surfaces and using their arms to navigate through different sections of the shuttle.
Meals in Space
- Astronauts eat pre-packaged, vacuum-sealed meals that can be easily rehydrated or heated in the shuttle's galley.
- Food options include fruits, vegetables, meats, and desserts, specifically designed to avoid crumbs and spills in microgravity.
Space Walk Attire
- Astronauts wear Extravehicular Mobility Units (EMUs) for spacewalks, which provide life support, mobility, and insulation.
- EMUs are equipped with a helmet, gloves, and boots, allowing astronauts to maneuver and perform tasks in the vacuum of space.
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