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The grease gun burst that sent the tool bag drifting - and threatened the repair
A critical repair on the International Space Station is jeopardized when a spacewalker's tool bag ruptures, sending essential equipment adrift.
The grease gun burst that sent the tool bag drifting - and threatened the repair
This episode details a critical incident during a spacewalk to repair the International Space Station's solar arrays. It explores the challenges of working in the unforgiving environment of space when unexpected problems arise.
Person: Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper
Date: November 18, 2008
Location: International Space Station
Mission: STS-126
Equipment: Grease gun
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