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{{short description|Status held by certain NASA astronauts on space shuttle missions}} |
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A '''Mission Specialist (MS)''' is a position held by certain [[NASA]] [[astronaut]]s for the [[Space Shuttle]] program. A Mission Specialist is assigned to a limited field of the mission, such as for medical tests or technical quests. |
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'''Mission specialist''' (MS) is a term for a specific position held by [[Astronaut|astronauts]] who are tasked with conducting a range of scientific, medical, or [[engineering]] experiments during a spaceflight mission. These specialists were usually assigned to a specific field of expertise that was related to the goals of the particular mission they were assigned to.<ref>{{Cite web |title=StarChild: Astronauts |url=https://starchild.gsfc.nasa.gov/docs/StarChild/space_level2/astronaut.html |access-date=2024-04-10 |website=starchild.gsfc.nasa.gov}}</ref> |
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Other functions on board are [[aviator|Pilot]], [[flight engineer|Flight Engineer]] and [[commander|Mission Commander]]. Some space shuttle missions included up to three [[Payload Specialist|Payload Specialists]]. While a Payload Specialist was selected for a single specific mission, a Mission Specialist is selected as an astronaut first, and then assigned to a mission. |
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Mission specialists were highly trained individuals who underwent extensive training in preparation for their missions. They were required to have a broad range of skills, including knowledge of science and engineering, as well as experience in operating complex equipment in a zero-gravity environment. |
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Mission Specialist is referred to by NASA as MS. |
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During a mission, mission specialists were responsible for conducting experiments, operating equipment, and performing spacewalks to repair or maintain equipment outside the spacecraft. They also played a critical role in ensuring the safety of the crew by monitoring the spacecraft's systems and responding to emergencies as needed.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mission Specialist [Aeronautics and Space] Law and Legal Definition {{!}} USLegal, Inc. |url=https://definitions.uslegal.com/m/mission-specialist-aeronautics-and-space/ |access-date=2024-04-10 |website=definitions.uslegal.com}}</ref> |
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'''Mission Specialists 1 & 2 (MS 1, MS 2)''' |
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The role of mission specialist was an important one in the [[Space Shuttle program]], as they were instrumental in the success of the program's many scientific and engineering missions. Many of the advances in science and technology that were made during this period were made possible by the hard work and dedication of the mission specialists who worked tirelessly to push the boundaries of what was possible in space. |
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MS 1 & MS 2 are assigned the primary task of performing the [[Extra-vehicular activity|extra-vehicular activities]] (EVA) or space walks. They will construct part of the truss structure that will become part of the International Space Station (ISS. MS 3 & MS 4 will monitor their blood pressures and heart rates. MS 1 & MS 2 exit through the orbiter's airlock and must work together quickly and efficiently to complete the truss structure. MS 1 & MS 2 have to remember to depressurize before they go outside and to repressurize when returning. |
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'''Mission Specialists 3, 4, & 5 (MS 3, MS 4, MS 5)''' |
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MS 3, MS 4, and MS 5 conduct the fluid flow and chemistry experiments on the mid-deck of the orbiter inside the glovebox. The glovebox prevents damage to the liquids and fumes from entering the cabin and causing potential damage to the orbiter or astronauts themselves. MS 3, MS 4, and MS 5 are also charged with monitoring the blood pressures and heart rates of the entire crew before launch. |
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Latest revision as of 08:01, 10 April 2024
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Mission specialist (MS) is a term for a specific position held by astronauts who are tasked with conducting a range of scientific, medical, or engineering experiments during a spaceflight mission. These specialists were usually assigned to a specific field of expertise that was related to the goals of the particular mission they were assigned to.[1]
Mission specialists were highly trained individuals who underwent extensive training in preparation for their missions. They were required to have a broad range of skills, including knowledge of science and engineering, as well as experience in operating complex equipment in a zero-gravity environment.
During a mission, mission specialists were responsible for conducting experiments, operating equipment, and performing spacewalks to repair or maintain equipment outside the spacecraft. They also played a critical role in ensuring the safety of the crew by monitoring the spacecraft's systems and responding to emergencies as needed.[2]
The role of mission specialist was an important one in the Space Shuttle program, as they were instrumental in the success of the program's many scientific and engineering missions. Many of the advances in science and technology that were made during this period were made possible by the hard work and dedication of the mission specialists who worked tirelessly to push the boundaries of what was possible in space.
References
[edit]- ^ "StarChild: Astronauts". starchild.gsfc.nasa.gov. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
- ^ "Mission Specialist [Aeronautics and Space] Law and Legal Definition | USLegal, Inc". definitions.uslegal.com. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
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