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NDTV Exclusive: The Experiments Indian Astronaut Will Conduct In Space


Published on 2025-03-22 03:02:19 - NDTV
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  • Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is set to make history as the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station, will likely conduct at least three experiments,

The article from NDTV discusses the upcoming space mission where an Indian astronaut will conduct various experiments in space. These experiments are part of India's Gaganyaan mission, aimed at demonstrating human spaceflight capability. The astronaut will engage in research focusing on microgravity, which includes studying the effects of space travel on the human body, such as bone density, muscle mass, and cardiovascular health. Additionally, experiments will cover material science, where the behavior of materials in zero gravity will be observed, potentially leading to advancements in manufacturing techniques. There will also be biological experiments to understand how plants grow in space, which could inform future long-duration space missions. The mission not only marks a significant step for India in space exploration but also contributes to global scientific knowledge about living and working in space.

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