Axiom-4 Mission: Know what is the purpose of Axiom-4 mission, how long will Shubhanshu stay in space

Axiom-4 Mission: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has created history by flying to the International Space Station (ISS) along with three other astronauts under the Axiom-4 mission. SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket took off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center at 12:01 pm on Wednesday, carrying all four astronauts to space via the Dragon capsule. After a 28-hour journey, this spacecraft is scheduled to connect with the ISS on Thursday at 4:30 pm Indian time.

Participation of four countries, India's participation a matter of pride

The Axiom-4 mission is a joint initiative of SpaceX and NASA, which includes astronauts from four countries—India, the US, Poland, and Hungary. In this mission, these astronauts will be involved in scientific experiments and technical tests by staying in space for 14 days.

Why is Shubhanshu Shukla's mission special?

This mission of Shubhanshu Shukla is special for India in many ways:

After decades, an Indian citizen has stepped into space in a private space mission.

Shubhanshu will conduct biological, physical and technical experiments in microgravity.

This mission will provide important experience for India's ambitious Gaganyaan program (2027).

Scientific and commercial objectives of the mission

Experiments in microgravity: Study of the effects of zero gravity in space.

Testing new technologies: Technology testing for the construction of future space stations.

Cooperation of various countries: Promotion of global space partnership.

Public awareness: Increasing curiosity and understanding about space science among the common people.

What did Shubhanshu take with him to space?

Shubhanshu Shukla has also taken a special creature 'Tardigrade' or 'Water Bear' with him. These microscopic organisms:

Have 8 legs and can be seen only through a microscope.

Survive even in conditions ranging from -272 ° C to 150 ° C.

Do not die from excessive radiation, vacuum and waterlessness.

They can survive for 100 years in super hibernation.

They were first discovered by German scientist Johann Goeze in 1773.

Journey outline

Launch site: NASA's Kennedy Space Center.

Rocket: SpaceX's Falcon-9.

Spacecraft: Dragon capsule.

Docking: Connecting to ISS in 28 to 29 hours.

The Axiom-4 mission is not only a historic moment for India, but it also marks the beginning of a new era of future space travel and global collaboration. The participation of Indian scientists like Shubhanshu Shukla makes it clear that India is now rapidly making its place on the global stage of space science.