<![CDATA[ NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Chris Williams prepared the International Space Station for the addition a new solar array during a spacewalk on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. ]]>
The International Space Station is a large spacecraft in low Earth orbit that serves as a home and workplace for astronauts. It is a collaborative project involving multiple countries and space agencies, facilitating scientific research and international cooperation in space exploration.
Solar arrays are devices that convert sunlight into electricity, typically used in spacecraft and satellites to provide power. They are essential for the operation of space missions, as they harness solar energy to power instruments, systems, and life support.