Space station receives oldest female astronaut

The video tutorial covers the precise maneuvers of the Soyuz spacecraft as it approaches and docks with the International Space Station (ISS). It begins with small thruster firings to adjust the Soyuz's path, followed by a view from the external camera. The Soyuz approaches the docking port, with updates on distance and speed. The final section details the docking process, including the retraction of the docking probe and the closing of hooks for a secure connection. The event occurs over Rio de Janeiro, with specific times and locations noted.

What is the purpose of the small thruster firings on the Soyuz?

• To increase the speed of the Soyuz

• To adjust the Soyuz's path to the International Space Station

• To initiate the docking process

• To capture images of the Earth

What is the call sign mentioned during the Soyuz's journey?

• BRAZIL

• RIO

• RASSVET

• COSBEK

At what rate is the Soyuz closing in on the docking port?

• Just under four meters per second

• Just under two meters per second

• Just under one meter per second

• Just under three meters per second

How far is the Soyuz from the docking port when it is 1.5 squares away?

• 50 meters

• 40 meters

• 39 meters

• 47 meters

What happens to the docking probe on the Soyuz during the final approach?

• It retracts to initiate the closing of the hooks

• It extends to initiate the docking

• It measures the distance to the International Space Station

• It captures images of the docking process