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NASA astronauts are preparing to return to Earth aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule, concluding their extended mission on the International Space Station (ISS). Their stay was prolonged by several months due to various factors, leading to what some have described as being “stranded” on the ISS. The return journey is a complex process, involving the Dragon capsule detaching from the ISS, performing a series of deorbit burns, and finally parachuting to a splashdown in the ocean. The astronauts’ extended stay on the ISS allowed them to conduct numerous scientific experiments and maintenance tasks, contributing to ongoing research in space. The successful return marks another significant milestone for NASA and SpaceX’s partnership in human spaceflight.
- NASA astronauts returning to Earth via SpaceX Dragon capsule.
- Extended stay on ISS due to delays, described as “stranded” by some.
- Complex return process involving detachment, deorbit, and splashdown.
- Astronauts conducted scientific experiments and maintenance during their prolonged stay.
- Highlight of the ongoing NASA and SpaceX partnership.