NASA Astronauts Stranded in Space
NASA astronauts stranded in space for 8 months due to technical issues with the Boeing capsule. They have experienced muscle and bone deterioration in microgravity. President Trump asked Elon Musk and SpaceX to rescue them, with a potential return in late March. SpaceX may need to adjust schedules to bring them home earlier.
Key Points
- Astronauts have forgotten basic tasks like walking after 8 months in space
- President Trump requested Elon Musk and SpaceX to rescue the astronauts
- Potential change in return mission schedule to bring astronauts home earlier
- Astronauts' health monitored closely due to harsh conditions on the ISS
Pros
- Potential early return of astronauts to Earth
- Political attention and support from President Trump and Elon Musk
Cons
- Muscle and bone deterioration due to extended time in microgravity
- Technical issues with the Boeing capsule