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NASA Astronauts Train for Upcoming Moonwalks in Houston

11/29/2025

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NASA astronauts train for moonwalks at the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory in Houston, using a 6.2-million-gallon pool to simulate microgravity with AxEMU.
The AxEMU offers improved mobility, fit, and life-support systems compared with previous spacesuits.
In September 2025, Astronaut Loral O'Hara and Astronaut Stan Love conducted the first dual-suit run, testing coordination and performance.
This training is crucial for lunar activities, ensuring astronauts can navigate and work on the moon's surface.

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NASA astronauts train for moonwalks at the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory in Houston, using a 6.2-million-gallon pool to simulate microgravity with AxEMU.
The AxEMU offers improved mobility, fit, and life-support systems compared with previous spacesuits.
In September 2025, Astronaut Loral O'Hara and Astronaut Stan Love conducted the first dual-suit run, testing coordination and performance.
This training is crucial for lunar activities, ensuring astronauts can navigate and work on the moon's surface.