Axiom private space mission could be glimpse of future
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The Axiom-4 crew, including Shukla, spent almost 20 days in space, with approximately 19 days aboard the ISS. Their stay involved several scientific and collaborative activities aimed at furthering microgravity research and international cooperation in space.
Axiom Space and Oakley announced a partnership to develop a visor system on July 11 for NASA's Artemis III mission, where humans will step foot on the Moon for the first time in 50 years.
NASA announced plans to get the crewed Axiom Mission 4 off the ground following a series of delays. FLORIDA TODAY Space Team will provide live updates
The mission is the fourth spaceflight led by Texas-based Axiom Space, which partnered with both NASA and SpaceX. The launch got off the ground right on time at 2:31 a.m. ET Wednesday, June 25, from NASA's historic Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center.
The Axiom-4 mission, featuring IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, is set to undock from the ISS. Shukla's life sciences and plantation experiments promise significant benefits globally, backed by Indian institutions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla after Dragon capsule of Axiom Mission-4 successfully returned to earth. PM Modi said that Group Captain Shukla has inspired a "billion dreams" through his dedication and courage.
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ABP News on MSNShubhanshu Shukla Return LIVE: Axiom-4 Crew Heads Back To Earth After 18-Day ISS Mission, Splashdown Scheduled At 3 PMIndian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has undocked from the International Space Station (ISS), wrapping up an 18-day mission that has captured global attention and marked a major milestone for India’s space ambitions.