Two Russian spacecraft docked at the International Space Station, (bottom left) the Soyuz MS-09 manned spacecraft and (top left) the Progress 70 cargo spacecraft, depicted as an orbital complex orbiting nearly 262 miles above New Zealand. Credit: NASA.
A Japanese cargo spacecraft is orbiting the earth today and is preparing to supply the International Space Station.
At the same time, when the three were preparing to return to Earth, the six Expedition 56 crew members were studying various space phenomena.
The JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) supply vessel was launched from Japan on Saturday, carrying more than 5 tons of new science and supplies to the crew. The H-II Transfer Vehicle-7 (HTV-7) is scheduled to arrive at the space station on Thursday. At around 8 am on Thursday morning, flight engineer Serena Auñón-Chancellor will support Commander Drew Feustel in the cupola when he captured HTV-7 with the Canadian Arm 2.
The key payload in HTV-7 includes the life science glove box. The new facility will enable research to promote human health on Earth and in space. HTV-7 also provides new lithium-ion batteries to upgrade the power system on the truss structure of the station. NASA TV began to report on the arrival of HTV-7 and filmed at 6:30 am on Thursday morning
The scientific work carried out in the Orbital Laboratory today includes studies of DNA and fluid physics. Auñón-Chancellor sequenced DNA extracted from microbial samples collected in the station. Feustel started the gear to study the experiment of liquid atomization, which can improve the fuel efficiency of the earth and space.
Feustel later joined his Soyuz astronauts Oleg Artemyev of Roscosmos and NASA’s Ricky Arnold, and began preparing for their return to Earth on October 4. Artemyev will command the return to Earth from the Soyuz MS-08 spacecraft on either side of the two astronauts. He and Feustel practiced their Soyuz descent back into the Earth’s atmosphere on the computer. Arnold packed the crew and other items in the Russian spacecraft.
Biomolecule Extraction and Sequencing Technology (BEST): The staff wipes the designated surface in JEM to collect samples. This BEST experiment uses miniPCR hardware to extract deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) from the sample. BEST research uses sequencing to identify unknown microorganisms living on the International Space Station, and how humans, plants, and microorganisms adapt to living on the International Space Station.
Earth Knowledge (EarthKAM) from Sally Ride Middle School: Today, the staff set up the EarthKAM experiment in node 1 and started an imaging session. EarthKAM allows thousands of students to photograph and inspect the Earth from the perspective of an astronaut. The students use the Internet to control a special digital camera installed on the International Space Station. This allows them to photograph the Earth’s coastline, mountains and other geographical items of interest from a unique vantage point in space. The EarthKAM team then posted these photos on the Internet for the public and participating classrooms around the world to view.
Nebulization: The staff changed the sample syringe used for nebulization investigation today. The atomization experiment studied the decomposition process of the low-speed water jet under various jet problems in the Japan Experimental Module (JEM) to verify the new atomization concept by observing the process with a high-speed camera. The knowledge gained can be used to improve various engines that utilize spray combustion.
Mobile Program Viewer (MobiPV) settings update: Today, the staff updated the MobiPV settings to allow access to the onboard IPV server and camera connection. MobiPV is designed to allow users to view programs hands-free and is designed to increase the efficiency of event execution by providing crew members with a set of wireless wearable portable devices that utilize voice navigation and direct audio/video links with ground experts. The smartphone is the main device that interacts with the program. The images provided in the program steps can be displayed on the Google Glass display.
Active tissue equivalent dosimeter (ATED): Today, the staff plans to remove the SD card from the active tissue equivalent dosimeter and insert the new card into the ATED hardware. However, the staff reported that although they successfully removed the SD card, the card reader was broken. This may be due to the protruding part of the card and its position in the crew’s translation path. The ATED hardware was developed to replace the crew passive dosimeter (CPD) that measures the radiation exposure of the crew. They are designed to provide a hands-free, autonomous data transmission architecture from the device to the ground.
On-board training (OBT) Soyuz descent exercise: In preparation for leaving the International Space Station on October 4, the 54S crew completed a nominal descent and landing exercise earlier this morning. During this training, the crew reviewed and practiced disengagement and landing procedures in their Soyuz spacecraft.
Portable Emergency Equipment (PEPS) Inspection: The crew today inspected the portable fire extinguisher (PFE), extension hose tee kit (EHTK), portable breathing apparatus (PBA) and pre-breathing mask for damage. They also ensure that each item is in a usable configuration and fully functional. Taking into account routine maintenance, this inspection is scheduled every 45 days.
Oxygen Generating System (OGS) Water Sample: The Water Recovery System (WRS) recovers wastewater from the crew’s urine and moisture condensate from the USOS ISS module. The treated water is used to supply the OGS system and needs to be kept within specific parameter ranges to ensure the best system performance; the water samples collected from the OGS recirculation loop will be returned to the ground in future flights for microbial growth analysis and ensure These parameters are within the limits on the orbit.
Nitrogen/oxygen supply system (NORS) termination and suppression: This morning, after successfully repressurizing the low and high pressure O2 systems, the crew restored the O2 system to its normal configuration. After the O2 Recharge Tank that was ready to be dismantled returned to the ground, the crew installed a new N2 Recharge Tank and configured the NORS system for subsequent ground command to suppress the nitrogen system.
Bigelow Scalable Aerospace Module (BEAM) Abnormal Decompression and Stabilization System (ADSS) Support Preparation: The International Space Station program has agreed to extend the operational life of BEAM from its initial two-year life to the end of the International Space Station. To ensure that BEAM can safely maintain its structure in an emergency depressurization situation, the ADSS pillar needs to be additionally strengthened to meet the required safety margin. By removing the tubes from the old sports knee pads today, the staff was able to construct the stiffeners along with the items in the hose clamp kit; the installation is planned to be carried out during the BEAM entrance event tomorrow.
EVA Virtual Reality (VR) Trainer Troubleshooting: While using the new VR trainer hardware brought to the International Space Station earlier this year, the crew encountered problems connecting to the Oculus VR headset and had to use it Backup device. Today, the crew troubleshooted the device and collected data for analysis by ground experts. Once they determine which component of the system has failed, additional hardware will be installed on the resupply vehicles later this year to restore the system and provide redundant VR trainers.
Completed task list activity: “First Person” Downlink Message [Completed GMT 265] WHC KTO REPLACE [Completed GMT 265]
Ground activities: Unless otherwise stated, all activities have been completed. NORS O2 suppression UPA PCPA pump down HTV PROX GPS-A and B Kalman filter reset
Payload BEST experiment 1 (continued) Nebulization syringe replacement 2 ACE module replacement plant habitat science carrier installation #2 photography
Payload BCAT camera activity FIR/LMM hardware audit fast neutron spectrometer repositioning food acceptability lighting effect
System centerline parking camera system (CBCS) installation and front hall equipment Soyuz 54S descending OBT/Drill #2 HTV-7 ROBoT OBT #2
Morz. SPRUT-2 exam MORZE. Psychophysiological evaluation: Tsentrovka, SENSOR test nitrogen/oxygen replenishment system O2 inhibition configuration sterility. Glovebox-S hardware preparation. Place the pump and Poverkhnost units #2 and 3 and Vozdukh unit #3 in the air sampling configuration settings. Portable Emergency Supply (PEPS) Check Zero Gravity Loading Rack (ZSR) Fasteners Retorque XF305 Camera Settings Nebulizer Syringe Replacement 2 Biomolecular Extraction and Sequencing Technology (BEST) Hardware Collection Biomolecular Extraction and Sequencing Technology (BEST) MWA Preparation Crew Set off to prepare for the return to earth test of the emergency vacuum valve of the atmospheric purification system [АВК СОА] is taken from the spare part MORZE. Psychophysiological evaluation: Cartel tests the sterility of the glacial desiccant exchange. Relocate the equipment MORZE in the Box Rodent Research inventory audit. Psychophysiological evaluation: Strelau test MobiPV troubleshooting preparation EarthKAM Node 1 Prep BEAM Strut preparation. Sterile. MORZE is disabled for cassette sterilization. The closing operation is aseptic. Sample collection after sterilization and air sampling (start) LBNP practice (PRELIMINARY) Biomolecular extraction and sequencing technology (BEST) MELFI Sample Retrieve Biomolecular extraction and sequencing technology (BEST) Experiment 1 Workstation support computer (SSC) Relocation operation- Pre-packaged American items are loaded into the Soyuz Nitrogen and Oxygen Supply System (NORS) Oxygen transfer termination IMS Delta file preparation СОЖ Maintenance of biomolecular extraction and sequencing technology (BEST) MELFI sample retrieval and insertion MobiPV settings update ASEPTIC. ТБУ-В No.2 Installation and activation at + 37 degrees С Set up oxygen generation system (OGS) water sample Soyuz descent training Soyuz 738 descent rig, return equipment list and load consultation ASEPTIC. Preparation and start-up of the second air sample collection-”Vozdukh” #2 EarthKAM node 1 setup and activation-Preparation for the departure of the Russian crew to return to Earth. The DOSIS main box mode is switched from mode 2 to mode 1 during the solar stationary period. Nitrogen Oxygen Recharge System (NORS) Collection Preparation MSRR-1 (LAB1O3) Frame Down Rotation Binary Colloidal Alloy Test-Cohesive Precipitation SB-800 Flash Battery Replacement MobiPV Stowed Nitrogen Oxygen Recharge System (NORS) Nitrogen Transfer Start Active tissue equivalent dosimeter Card Changeout Material Science Research Rack (MSRR) Internal Thermal Control System (ITCS) Jumper Wrap Charge Soyuz 738 Samsung PC After training, start the SUBSA Sample Audit ISS Crew. Check the position of the БД-2 treadmill bracket during the preparation time. Regenerative Environment Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) Recovery Tank Filling MSRR-1 (LAB1O3) Umbilical Cord Paired Countermeasure System (CMS) Treadmill 2 Acoustic Measurement Follow-up Countermeasure System (CMS) Treadmill 2 Acoustic Monitoring Data Transmission EVA-VR-TRAINER -TS motion data downlink through OCA Biomolecule Extraction and Sequencing Technology (BEST) Experiment 1 The sample stops aseptic. The glove box is powered off and air sampling is released. Take the sample out of the box and incubate it in ТБУ-В # 2 at +37 degrees Celsius. After the training, the crew transfer meeting will charge the Alliance 738 Samsung PC-terminated