Fascinating facts about NASA's International Space Station
The International Space Station (ISS) is a true marvel of modern technology. Let’s take a look at some of the most fascinating facts about this space station.
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The ISS travels an incredible distance each day, about the same distance as the Moon and back. It completes this journey in just one day.
The Water Recovery System on the space station reduces the need for water deliveries by 65%. Astronauts now only use about a third of a gallon of water a day.
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The ISS has a system that monitors around 3,50,000 sensors. These sensors make sure the station and its crew stay safe and healthy at all times.
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The ISS is controlled by over 50 computers, which help manage everything from air quality to temperature to the station’s movement.
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The space station relies on over 1.5 million lines of flight software code to keep everything running smoothly.
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In the U.S. segment of the ISS alone, over 1.5 million lines of flight software run on 44 computers, communicating via 100 data networks to manage everything from temperature to pressure.
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The International Space Station is a true marvel, with cutting-edge technology and systems that make living and working in space possible for astronauts.
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