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Damage to the Mir space stations Spektr module
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Damage to the Mir space stations Spektr module
Mir space station damage. Damaged solar panels (at upper centre) attached to the Spektr module of the Russian Space Station Mir. Mir was struck by a Progress unmanned supply vessel on 25 June 1997. The collision punctured Spektr near the base of the damaged solar panel and caused it to depressurize. The crew successfully isolated the damaged module. Spektr is one of several science modules which have been added to Mir since the core of the space station was launched in 1986. This image was taken from the space shuttle during mission STS-086 (25 September to 6 October 1997), when the American astronaut David Wolf replaced British-born Michael Foales as a Mir crew member
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This print captures the aftermath of a significant event in space history - the damage caused to the Mir space station's Spektr module. The image showcases the damaged solar panels, located at the upper center of the frame, which were attached to Spektr. On June 25,1997, disaster struck when a Progress unmanned supply vessel collided with Mir, resulting in a puncture near the base of one of these solar panels and subsequent depressurization. Despite this setback, the skilled crew aboard Mir successfully isolated and contained the damaged module. Spektr itself is an integral part of Mir's scientific capabilities and has been added to since its initial launch in 1986. This particular photograph was taken during mission STS-086 by American astronaut David Wolf as he replaced Michael Foales as a member of Mir's crew. The image serves as a powerful reminder of both humanity's achievements in manned spaceflight and also highlights some of its challenges. It symbolizes resilience and ingenuity as astronauts work together across nations to overcome obstacles encountered beyond Earth's atmosphere. Science Photo Library expertly captures this momentous event through their lens, allowing us to reflect on our collective journey into outer space while appreciating both its triumphs and tribulations.
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