Realizan reparación urgente a la estación espacial

Two astronauts, Peggy Whitson and Jack Fisher, conducted a spacewalk to repair a failed data box on the International Space Station. The Multiplexor de Multiplexor (MDM) unit, which controls critical systems like radiators and solar panels, failed over the weekend. The cause of the failure is unknown. Whitson, who has set several records during her mission, installed the unit in March. The current ISS crew includes astronauts from the USA, Russia, and France.

What was the primary reason for the astronauts' spacewalk?

• To replace a faulty antenna

• To conduct a routine check

• To install new solar panels

• To repair a data box

What is the name of the unit that failed on the ISS?

• Solar Panel Controller

• Multiplexer-Demultiplexer

• Radiator Management System

• Data Control Unit

How long ago was the failed unit installed on the ISS?

• One month ago

• Two months ago

• Three months ago

• Four months ago

What record does Peggy Whitson hold?

• First woman to walk in space

• Most spacewalks by an astronaut

• First female commander of the ISS

• Longest time spent in space by a woman

Which countries are the other two astronauts on the ISS from?

• Germany and Italy

• China and India

• Japan and Canada

• Russia and France