Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

International Space Station Expands Again

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 6, 2009 is “International Space Station Expands Again,” an image. It is credited to Credit: STS-119 Shuttle Crew , NASA. The original explanation runs about 111 words.

International Space Station Expands Again
Credit: STS-119 Shuttle Crew , NASA Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The developing International Space Station (ISS) has changed its appearance again. In a recently completed mission, the Space Shuttle orbiter Discovery visited the ISS and added components that included a new truss and new solar panels.”

— APOD editors, April 6, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 6, 2009
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: STS-119 Shuttle Crew , NASA
Copyright
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Explanation length
About 111 words

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