During their time on the International Space Station many astronauts have the opportunity to participate in spacewalks, also known as Extravehicular Activities (EVA). These spacewalks play a critical role in keeping the station functional as it travels approximately 17,500 miles per hour 250 miles above the Earth’s surface. In this episode, Expedition 55/56 Flight Engineer Ricky Arnold talks about the critical parts of the spacesuit that keep astronauts safe as they perform maintenance in the harsh environment surrounding the space station. Visit nasa.gov/stemonstation for more educational resources that explore the research and technology of the International Space Station.
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jsc2018m000905_STEMonstrations_Spacewalk_Part2_Spacesuits
Date Created
April 10, 2019
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