SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Marks Historic First Civilian Spacewalk
A historic moment in space exploration took place as the first spacewalk conducted by a civilian crew was officially carried out by the crew of American space transportation company SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission.
Jared Isaacman and Sarah Gillis Open Spacecraft Hatch for Unprecedented Walk
Billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX crew instructor Sarah Gillis opened the front hatch of the Polaris Dawn spacecraft for the first civilian spacewalk in the history of space exploration. Isaacman, the first person to conduct a private spacewalk, exclaimed, "This is amazing!" as he ventured into space.
Spacewalks Considered Most Dangerous Task in Space Exploration
Spacewalks, traditionally performed only by professional astronauts, are regarded as one of the most perilous missions in space exploration.
Critical Stage of Polaris Dawn Mission Successfully Completed
The most critical phase of the Polaris Dawn mission, which was initiated by American space transportation company SpaceX to transport four civilian crew members to low Earth orbit, has been accomplished. The financier of this private mission, billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, along with military pilot Scott Poteet and SpaceX engineers Anna Menon and Sarah Gillis, conducted the first-ever private spacewalk at an altitude of 732 kilometers.
Isaacman Ascends into Space with Assistance of Tether from Dragon Capsule
Isaacman ascended into space with the aid of a tether from the Dragon capsule specially designed for space travel.
Team Conducts Scientific Experiments During 2-Hour Spacewalk
The team, outfitted in SpaceX-developed space suits, embarked on their spacewalk by opening the hatch of the Dragon capsule at 13:50 Turkish time. Isaacman, the pioneer of this private spacewalk, remarked, "This is amazing!" as he began his journey into space.
SpaceX Confirms Completion of Polaris Dawn Spacewalk
Following the approximately 2-hour spacewalk, a series of scientific experiments were conducted by the four-member crew.
Dragon Capsule Successfully Launched on Falcon-9 Rocket
The Dragon capsule, carrying the four civilian crew members of the Polaris Dawn mission, was successfully launched into orbit from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on September 10th using SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket.
Research Team to Conduct 36 Experiments in Space
The crew, tasked with conducting research on space flights and the effects of radiation on human health, will perform 36 experiments while wearing EVA suits developed by SpaceX.
Private Mission to Enhance Role of Private Sector in Space Exploration
The Polaris Dawn mission conducted by four civilian crew members is expected to enhance the role of the private sector in space exploration endeavors.
