Astronaut fixes torn solar panel
posted November 3, 2007 - 1:39pm\
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Astronaut fixes torn solar panel
In this Nasa image, Scott Parazynski begins his spacewalk on Saturday 3 November 2007
The torn solar panel could have given a nasty electrical shock
A US astronaut has carried out a dangerous spacewalk to repair a damaged solar panel on the
International Space Station (ISS).
The energy-collecting wing developed a rip when it was being unfurled at the port end of the platform on Tuesday.
Scott Parazynski rode on the end of an extension boom to install home-made "cufflinks" to the broken section.
The repair work will enable the wing to be fully deployed and properly locked in position.
Mr Parazynski was supported from a nearby girder by spacewalking colleague Douglas Wheelock.
Mr Parazynski had to carry out the work without touching the torn solar panel, which could have given him a powerful shock if touched. His suit and tools were insulated for protection.
Vital repair
"Beautiful," said Mr Parazynsky as he completed more than fours hours of work outside the space station, more than 200 miles (320km) above the Earth. got the the link to read more.
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