Stranded NASA astronauts newest: Boeing crew heading again to Earth after 9 months in house

Rebecca Morelle
Science editor

Picture supply, Nasa

Getting dwelling from house is much from straightforward.

The SpaceX Dragon capsule will make a quick and fiery re-entry via the Earth’s ambiance, enduring temperatures of as much as 1,600C. A heatshield will defend Butch, Suni and the 2 different astronauts they’re travelling with, as they sit contained in the capsule.

Because the craft hits the ambiance, it begins to quickly gradual and the astronauts will expertise important g-forces, about 4 instances Earth’s gravity. Lastly, 4 massive parachutes will open up – with a jolt for these inside – however this then permits the craft to decelerate sufficient for a mild splashdown within the ocean.

Helen Sharman, Britain’s first astronaut, made the trip dwelling in a Soyuz capsule throughout her go to to house in 1991. She stated the thrilling trip can be value it.

“They’re skilled astronauts however they are going to really feel incredible to be again on Earth. The recent air is the very first thing that will get you,” she advised me.