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NASA Astronaut Unveils Innovative Star Tracker for ISS

1/15/2025

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NASA astronaut Don Pettit embarked on a mission to create a groundbreaking mechanical star tracker for his ISS journey. Designed by Ted Kinsman and his son, the device rotates every 90 minutes and endures the intense vibrations of launch. Successfully delivered to the ISS in August 2024, it empowers Pettit to capture breathtaking images of the cosmos.

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NASA astronaut Don Pettit embarked on a mission to create a groundbreaking mechanical star tracker for his ISS journey. Designed by Ted Kinsman and his son, the device rotates every 90 minutes and endures the intense vibrations of launch. Successfully delivered to the ISS in August 2024, it empowers Pettit to capture breathtaking images of the cosmos.