If you enjoy space, NASA, and thinking of creative names then you’ll want to get in on NASA’s latest public relations gig. NASA is letting the general public vote on what the name of next node of the International Space Station should be.
In case you haven’t been keeping count, they’re up to Node 3 which should be set to attach sometime December 2009. Before casting you’re vote there’s a couple of things you should know. NASA wants to keep the name in the same spirit as the first two nodes, Unity and Harmony. Their poll has five selectable options; Earthrise, Legacy, Serenity, Venture, and a place where you can type in your own.
Photo – Front Of Node 3
In case you’re wondering what Node 3′s functions will be, it will serve a couple of purposes. First, it will have six windows, providing the astronauts with a wide view of Earth. The panoramic view being implemented has never been attempted like this before, and is one of the major feats of the node.
The Node 3 package will be carrying some major upgrades for the space station as well. It will come equipped with a robotics workstation, so they can use the giant robotic arm attached to the station. It will also be carrying many life support systems being transferred to the IST. Here are some of those components, and their general fuction:
– Oxygen Generation System (OGS), which takes the station’s water and splits it apart into hydrogen, which gets vented into space, and oxygen, which is returned into the cabin for the crew to breathe
– Atmosphere Revitalization System (ARS), which controls the station’s carbon dioxide levels and maintains the temperature and atmospheric pressure at comfortable level.
– Water Recovery System (WRS) and Urine Processor Assembly (UPA), which take waste water from the station and purify it, separating any contaminants and making it safe for the crew to drink
– Waste and hygiene compartment, which provides a place for the crew to use the bathroom in a way that allows the station to process the majority of the water used onboard so that it may be used again, greatly lessening the need for resupply flights from Earth.
Seeing as how the overall theme of the node seems to be the Earth, and providing life support systems I think I have an appropriate name: Genesis. Here’s the story, along with the poll if you wish to vote yourself.
What are some names you think should be given to Node 3? Leave your entries, or votes in the comments section below.
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February 28th, 2009 at 6:43 am
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March 4th, 2009 at 5:42 pm
How about the “Serenity Now!” Node (Sponsored by Seinfeld, of course)
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lol, I think that’s the new theme NASA should implement. The ‘Seinfeld’ Space Station. ‘No Soup For You’ Node, ‘Yadda Yadda Yadda’ Concourse, and of course the ‘Master of Your Domain’ cockpit.
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