On 2024-02-15, Russia launched the Progress 87 supply rocket to the International Space Station (ISS), carrying nearly three tons of essential supplies, including food and fuel. The launch aims to support ongoing scientific research aboard the ISS, with stem cell science and human research studies being a significant focus for the Expedition 70 crew members. The cargo spacecraft's arrival is eagerly awaited, with docking scheduled for 12:12am ET on Saturday. This mission underscores the critical role of cargo deliveries in maintaining the ISS's operations and advancing scientific knowledge in space.
The Progress 87 cargo craft is approaching the space station for a docking at 12:12am ET Saturday, packed with nearly three tons of food, fuel, and supplies for the Exp 70 crew. https://t.co/6XNFPvzUwK
Live now: A Progress cargo spacecraft carrying about three tons of food, fuel, and supplies docks to the @Space_Station. https://t.co/0Epzt75YpF https://t.co/HkCduB3nnP
This week on #SpaceToGround, cargo is headed to the station, the Space Health investigation is underway to help researchers assess the effects of space travel on the heart, and the Crew-7 cadre will soon participate in a news conference before they head back to Earth. ♥🚀 https://t.co/gvYk8Ca6qD
Stem cell research carried into Friday as the Exp 70 crew members gear up for a cargo delivery, scheduled to arrive to the station Saturday, Feb. 17. https://t.co/KttLI4Fbub
Russia successfully sends a cargo spacecraft to the International Space Station carrying food and supplies https://t.co/QgGnMRXbcc
Stem cell science and human research studies dominated the schedule for the Exp 70 crew members on Thursday as they await the arrival of the Progress 87 cargo craft. https://t.co/S0lNC8TtrG
NEW: Russia launches supply rocket to ISS https://t.co/pHCGr7mdHV