2024-08-26 09:00:08
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SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission and the Future of Space Exploration

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SpaceX is gearing up for its upcoming Polaris Dawn mission, which will include the first commercial spacewalk and a crew of billionaire Jared Isaacman, pilot Scott 'Kid Poteet', Sarah Gillis, and Anna Menon. The crew will undergo intense training and testing to prepare for the mission, which aims to advance human space exploration.

The mission will also serve as a rescue mission for stranded NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, who have been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) since June due to issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule.

This setback has raised concerns about Boeing's credibility, as NASA has turned to SpaceX to bring back the stranded astronauts in 2025. The Polaris Dawn mission will push the boundaries of space exploration, with the crew venturing further from Earth than previous Apollo missions.

Additionally, the mission will conduct various scientific experiments and test laser communication with SpaceX's Starlink satellites. This mission highlights the aspirations of billionaire Jared Isaacman and the future of space exploration, which includes not only Mars flights but also advancements in understanding the effects of space on the human body.

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