The International Space Station

The transcript discusses the transition from the Mia space station to the International Space Station (ISS). It covers the construction and assembly of the ISS, including contributions from Russia, the United States, and Europe. The text highlights the training of astronauts and the initial crew's stay on the ISS. It also mentions the European contributions, such as the Columbus laboratory and automated cargo craft, and notes the ISS's role as an orbiting laboratory until at least 2020.

What major contribution did the Europeans make to the International Space Station?

Until what year is the International Space Station expected to serve as an orbiting laboratory?