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Fine Art Print : Missing solar array on Skylab 2, 1973. Creator: NASA
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Missing solar array on Skylab 2, 1973. Creator: NASA
Missing solar array on Skylab 2, 1973. In the first repair spacewalk, Commander Pete Conrad and medical officer Joseph Kerwin managed to restore functionality to a solar wing, allowing solar panels to deploy and thus generating power
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Media ID 18270212
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1970s Astronaut Conrad Extra Vehicular Activity Extravehicular Activity Heritage Space Nasa Pete Repair Repairing Repairs Seventies Skylab Solar Panel Solar Power Space Space Exploration Space Station Space Travel Space Walk Spacewalk Pete Conrad
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of space exploration history with our exclusive Fine Art Print of the Missing Solar Array on Skylab 2, 1973. This captivating image, sourced from NASA through Heritage Images, documents a pivotal moment during the first repair spacewalk led by Commander Pete Conrad and medical officer Joseph Kerwin. Restore a piece of space history to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Perfect for space enthusiasts, historians, and art collectors alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.6cm (16" x 19.9")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Missing solar array on Skylab 2,1973 - A Remarkable Repair in Space
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in space exploration history. In the vastness of outer space, against the backdrop of Earth, we witness the missing solar array on Skylab 2 – a crucial component for generating power aboard this pioneering space station. In an extraordinary display of ingenuity and bravery, Commander Pete Conrad and medical officer Joseph Kerwin embarked on an epic repair mission during their first-ever spacewalk. With unwavering determination, they meticulously restored functionality to a damaged solar wing that had failed to deploy upon launch. As American astronauts representing NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Conrad and Kerwin exemplified the spirit of innovation and resilience that defined this era. Their successful efforts not only ensured Skylab's ability to harness vital solar power but also symbolized humanity's indomitable spirit in conquering challenges beyond our planet. This image is a testament to human achievement as it showcases two heroes floating gracefully outside their spacecraft amidst the vast expanse of space. It serves as a reminder that even in the harshest environments imaginable, with dedication and resourcefulness, humankind can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Preserved by Heritage Images for future generations to admire, this photograph encapsulates both scientific progress and national pride. It stands as an enduring tribute to those who ventured into uncharted territory – pushing boundaries while expanding our understanding of what lies beyond our home planet
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