Astronautas concluyen caminata espacial para hacer reparacion urgente en Estacion Espacial

Astronauts Rick Mastraccio and Steven Swanson conducted a spacewalk to replace a faulty backup computer on the International Space Station (ISS). The main computer was functioning well, but NASA prioritized the replacement to ensure the station's safety. The computers control critical systems like solar wings and the robotic arm. NASA plans to inspect and update the faulty computer for future use. The ISS currently houses six astronauts from the USA, Russia, and Japan.

What was the main task of the astronauts during the spacewalk?

• To repair a solar panel

• To replace a faulty computer

• To conduct scientific experiments

• To install a new module

Why was it important for NASA to replace the backup computer quickly?

• To upgrade the software on the backup computer

• To prevent potential danger if the primary computer failed

• The backup computer was needed for a new experiment

• The primary computer was malfunctioning

What systems do the primary and backup computers control on the space station?

• Navigation systems

• Life support systems

• Communication systems

• Solar wings and the robotic arm

How many astronauts live on the International Space Station, and from which countries?

• Five astronauts: three Americans and two Russians

• Seven astronauts: three Americans, two Russians, one Japanese, and one European

• Six astronauts: two Americans, three Russians, and one Japanese

• Four astronauts: two Americans and two Russians

What does NASA plan to do with the faulty computer after it is inspected?

• Discard it

• Use it for spare parts

• Reuse it after updates

• Send it back to Earth