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McCandless with Space Screw
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McCandless with Space Screw Gun |
| Full Description |
EVA Astronaut Bruce McCandless II, is using a special power tool to conduct an experiment. His feet are anchored in the mobile foot restraints, which are connected to the Remote Manipulator System's (RMS) End Effector. The Shuttle pallet satellite (SPAS-01A) serves as a test subject for McCandless's experiment. The SPAS-01A is located in the center of the open cargo bay. Behind him is the protective cradle for the Westar VI satellite. |
| Date |
02/12/1984 |
| NASA Center |
Johnson Space Center |
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EVAtion
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EVAtion |
| Full Description |
Mission Specialist Bruce McCandless II, is seen further away from the confines and safety of his ship than any previous astronaut has ever been. This space first was made possible by the Manned Manuevering Unit or MMU, a nitrogen jet propelled backpack. After a series of test maneuvers inside and above Challenger's payload bay, McCandless went "free-flying" to a distance of 320 feet away from the Orbiter. This stunning orbital panorama view shows McCandless out there amongst the black and blue of Earth and space. |
| Date |
02/12/1984 |
| NASA Center |
Johnson Space Center |
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View of Astronaut Bruc McCan
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View of Astronaut Bruc McCandless during EVA |
| Description |
Astronaut Bruce McCandless II, 41-B mission specialist, tests a mobile foot restraint (MFR) attached to the remote manipulator system (RMS). The aft portion of the Challenger, to which the RMS is connected, is seen in the lower left corner. The protective cradle that the WESTAR VI satellite used in the left corner of the frame. Below McCandless can be seen the cloudy surface of the earth (27037,27040), McCandless "rides" the RMS arm during a lengthy EVA. The 41-B mission specialist has his eyes on the shuttle pallet satellite (SPAS-01A) in the middle of the Challenger's cargo bay (27038), McCandless appears to be walking on cargo, but is realy being flown over it by the combination of MFR and RMS. His helmet visor reflects parts of the payload bay that can't be seen in the larger portion of the photo. Behind him can be seen both the orbital maneuvering system (OMS) pods (27039). |
| Date |
02.12.1984 |
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