Passing a Tool in Orbit

Open to everyone until Tuesday, September 29

To keep it, print it while it is open.

Astronauts from different places live and work together inside one orbiting laboratory. They share tools, check screens, and help each other while Earth turns outside the window.

In the picture

A silver wrench between two gloved hands: one crew member passes it to another.
A round window with Earth and stars: the crew sees home while living in orbit.
A circular docking ring at the module end: two spacecraft modules join into one shared space.

Examples

Two classmates trading markers during a group poster so both can finish it.
A family cooking together: one person chops, another stirs, and they share the same kitchen.

Key takeaways

Astronauts on a space station come from different countries and work as one crew.
Sharing tools and tasks helps a small crew keep a large laboratory running.