Indian-Origin Astronaut Sunita Williams TRAPPED in Space! | Boeing Starliner Disaster | Dhruv Rathee

Summary

In June 2024, Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Barry E. Wilmore and Sunita Williams, successfully docked at the International Space Station. Despite initial success, multiple issues, including thruster malfunctions and helium leaks, led to the spacecraft being unusable for return. The astronauts, now part of Expeditions 71 and 72, continue research on the ISS. NASA plans to use SpaceX's Crew Dragon to bring them back to Earth in February 2025, extending their mission to nearly 9 months.

Takeaways

• 🚀 On 5th June, 2024, a Boeing Starliner spacecraft was launched from America, carrying NASA astronauts Commander Barry E. Wilmore and Pilot Sunita Williams to the International Space Station (ISS).
• ✈️ The Starliner, developed by Boeing, is a human orbital spacecraft, making Boeing the second private company after SpaceX to achieve this feat.
• 🔧 The mission, named Boeing Crew Flight Test, encountered multiple issues including thruster malfunctions and helium leaks, which led to the spacecraft being unusable for the return trip.
• 🛰️ Despite the spacecraft's issues, the astronauts were not in danger as the ISS is well-equipped to support them with food, water, oxygen, and living space for an extended stay.
• 🌟 The ISS has a robust life support system that recycles oxygen and water, including converting urine back into drinking water.
• 👩‍🚀 Astronauts Wilmore and Williams are highly experienced, with Wilmore having spent 178 days in space prior to this mission and Williams, of Indian origin, having spent 322 days in space.
• 📅 Originally planned for an 8-day mission, the astronauts are now expected to remain on the ISS for 8 months due to the Starliner's issues.
• 🚼 NASA arranged for personal belongings, including clothes, to be sent to the astronauts on 6th August to address the shortage caused by their extended stay.
• 🔄 The Starliner's thruster issues were traced to both software problems and hardware issues, including overheating due to direct sunlight exposure.
• ⏱️ The astronauts are now scheduled to return to Earth in February 2025 on a SpaceX Crew Dragon as part of the Crew-9 mission, which will have two empty seats for their return.

Q & A

When was the Starliner spacecraft launched in the script?

The Starliner spacecraft was launched on 5th June, 2024.

Who were the two astronauts from NASA aboard the Starliner spacecraft?

Commander Barry E. Wilmore and Pilot Sunita Williams were the two astronauts from NASA aboard the Starliner spacecraft.

What was the purpose of the Starliner mission mentioned in the script?

The purpose of the Starliner mission was to test the capabilities of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft and to dock at the International Space Station.

How long was the Starliner mission supposed to last according to the script?

The Starliner mission was supposed to last only 8 days.

Why are the astronauts still in space after 3 months according to the script?

The astronauts are still in space after 3 months due to problems with the Starliner spacecraft that prevent it from being used again.

How long will the astronauts remain in space according to NASA's current plan mentioned in the script?

According to NASA's current plan, the astronauts will remain in space for 8 months.

What is the significance of the successful docking of the Starliner at the International Space Station as mentioned in the script?

The successful docking made Boeing the world's second private company to make and fly a human orbital spacecraft.

What are the facilities available on the International Space Station for the astronauts as described in the script?

The International Space Station has a large living and working space, enough food, water, clothes, and an oxygen supply system, two bathrooms, a gym, and a 360° view bay window.

What is the role of Expedition 71 in relation to the astronauts stuck in space as per the script?

Expedition 71 is the current team of astronauts on the ISS, and they will be returning to Earth on 24th September 2024, potentially bringing more food for the two astronauts stuck in space.

What were the issues faced with the Starliner spacecraft during its mission as described in the script?

The Starliner spacecraft faced issues such as multiple helium leaks, thrusters not working properly, and overheating problems due to direct sunlight exposure.

How does the script describe the history and current status of Boeing's Starliner program?

The script describes the Starliner program as having faced significant challenges, including failed tests and systematic problems, and compares it to SpaceX's more successful Crew Dragon program.

Outlines

00:00

🚀 Launch of Boeing Starliner and Astronauts' Extended Stay

On June 5th, 2024, the Boeing Starliner spacecraft successfully launched from America, carrying NASA astronauts Commander Barry E. Wilmore and Pilot Sunita Williams to the International Space Station (ISS). Despite initial success, the spacecraft developed issues rendering it unusable for the return trip, extending the astronauts' stay from the planned 8 days to 8 months. The ISS is well-equipped to support the astronauts with ample living space, food, water, and oxygen, ensuring their safety and well-being during the extended mission.

05:02

🌿 Expedition 71's Research and Astronauts' Experience

Expedition 71 on the ISS focuses on diverse research areas, including space botany, fluid shifts, life support systems, and neuro-degenerative diseases. Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams, both highly experienced with significant prior space experience, contribute to these research efforts. Despite the Starliner's issues, their personal needs are met through resupply missions, and they continue to be part of the ISS crew, conducting valuable research and experiments.

10:05

🛰 The Challenges of Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, designated as CST-100, faced multiple setbacks including helium leaks and thruster malfunctions, which led to concerns about its reliability for returning astronauts to Earth. These issues prompted NASA to schedule the astronauts' return using SpaceX's Crew Dragon. The video also touches on Boeing's history with spacecraft development, including past failures and the impact on its reputation and operations.

15:06

✈️ Boeing's Wider Struggles in Aeronautics

The video concludes with a discussion on Boeing's broader challenges, not just in space travel but also in commercial aviation with the 737 MAX aircraft. It outlines the series of fatal crashes and issues that have plagued the aircraft model, leading to significant scrutiny and grounding of the planes. The narrative suggests a pattern of problems that have affected public trust in Boeing's ability to ensure safety and reliability in their aircraft and spacecraft.

Keywords

💡Starliner

Starliner is a spacecraft developed by Boeing, a private American company known for its aerospace products. In the context of the video, Starliner is significant as it represents Boeing's attempt to join the ranks of private companies capable of human spaceflight. The spacecraft's maiden crewed mission, referred to as the 'Boeing Crew Flight Test,' aimed to test its capabilities for future space travel. However, the mission encountered issues, leading to the astronauts being stranded in space longer than anticipated.

💡International Space Station (ISS)

The International Space Station is a habitable artificial satellite in low Earth orbit, serving as a research laboratory and living space for astronauts. In the video, the ISS is central to the narrative as it is where the astronauts were supposed to dock and later return to Earth. It is described as a well-equipped facility with enough resources to support the extended stay of the astronauts, highlighting its role as a lifeline in space.

💡Astronauts

Astronauts are highly trained individuals who travel into space for research and exploration. The video specifically mentions Commander Barry E. Wilmore and Pilot Sunita Williams, who were part of the Starliner mission. Their roles and experiences are crucial to the story, illustrating the human aspect of space travel and the challenges faced during the mission.

💡Docking

Docking in space refers to the process of connecting two spacecraft together while in orbit. The video describes the successful docking of the Starliner at the ISS, which was a critical step in the mission. However, subsequent issues with the spacecraft's thrusters raised concerns about the safety of the return docking.

💡Thrusters

Thrusters are jet engines used in spacecraft to control movement and orientation. In the video, malfunctioning thrusters on the Starliner spacecraft become a central issue, as they are crucial for maneuvers such as docking and undocking from the ISS. The problems with the thrusters led to the decision to keep the astronauts on the ISS longer.

💡Helium Leak

A helium leak refers to an escape of helium gas, which is used in spacecraft propulsion systems. The video mentions multiple helium leaks in the Starliner's thruster system, which were identified as a significant problem that could affect the spacecraft's ability to return to Earth safely.

💡Commercial Crew Program

The Commercial Crew Program is a NASA initiative to collaborate with private companies to transport astronauts to and from the ISS. The video discusses how Boeing and SpaceX were selected for this program, highlighting the competitive nature of private space exploration and the importance of the Starliner mission within this context.

💡Expedition 71

Expedition 71 refers to the 71st rotation of crew members to the ISS. The video uses this term to situate the ongoing research and the presence of other astronauts on the ISS when the Starliner mission took place. It emphasizes the continuous human presence in space and the collaborative nature of space exploration.

💡Orbital Spacecraft

An orbital spacecraft is a vehicle capable of reaching and maintaining a stable orbit around Earth. The video explains the distinction between orbital and suborbital spacecraft, emphasizing the technical challenges and the significance of Boeing's Starliner as an orbital vehicle designed for human travel.

💡Health Insurance

Health insurance is a type of insurance that covers the whole or part of an insured's medical and surgical expenses. In the video, a sponsorship message from Star Health Insurance is integrated, highlighting the importance of having health insurance as a safety net against medical expenses, drawing a parallel to the safety measures in space travel.

💡SpaceX

SpaceX is a private aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company, founded by Elon Musk. The video mentions SpaceX as a successful competitor in the private space industry, contrasting its achievements with Boeing's challenges. SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft is noted for its successful missions, and it is planned to be used for the return of the stranded astronauts.

Highlights

Launch of the Starliner spacecraft on 5th June, 2024, carrying NASA astronauts Commander Barry E. Wilmore and Pilot Sunita Williams.

Starliner, developed by Boeing, is a private company's spacecraft in the developmental stage.

Boeing Crew Flight Test is the final mission to test Starliner's capabilities.

Successful docking of Starliner at the International Space Station after 27 hours.

Boeing becomes the second private company to fly a human orbital spacecraft after SpaceX.

Only three countries, Russia, the USA, and China, have previously achieved this feat.

Astronauts are stuck in space for 3 months instead of the planned 8-day mission.

NASA announces the astronauts will remain in space for 8 months due to spacecraft issues.

The International Space Station is equipped to comfortably accommodate astronauts for extended stays.

ISS has a recycling system for oxygen and water, and a 6-month food supply.

Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams are experienced, with previous space missions under their belts.

NASA sent a shipment of personal belongings for the astronauts on 6th August.

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is an orbital spacecraft designed for human travel.

Boeing and SpaceX are the only private companies to launch an orbital spacecraft to the ISS.

The Starliner's thrusters, which are crucial for docking and undocking, faced multiple issues.

Astronauts had to manually control the spacecraft due to thruster malfunctions.

NASA and Boeing faced questions about the safety of the Starliner for returning astronauts to Earth.

Starliner will return to Earth without astronauts, and they will use SpaceX's Crew Dragon for return.

Boeing's Starliner faced issues in previous uncrewed test flights as well.

Boeing's contracts with NASA for spacecraft development were more expensive than SpaceX's.

Boeing has faced criticism for issues with their 737 MAX commercial airplanes.

Transcripts

Hello, friends!

5th June, 2024,

at 10:52 AM,

a Starliner spacecraft was launched in America.

It was carrying two experienced astronauts from NASA.

Commander Barry E. Wilmore and Pilot Sunita Williams,

they were going on a small trip to the International Space Station.

The spacecraft they were travelling in,

Starliner is a bit special.

It was built by a private company,

Boeing.

The same company that makes aeroplanes

and recently, many of those aeroplanes crashed.

This Starliner spacecraft

is still in the developing stage.

And this particular mission

was the last step to test the capabilities of the Boeing Starliner.

That's why this mission was literally named

Boeing Crew Flight Test.

The next day, after 27 hours,

at 1:34 PM,

this spacecraft begins docking at the International Space Station.

It was a successful docking.

And after some time, both the astronauts happily

enter the Space Station.

Look at this video.

Pilot Sunita Williams was so excited while entering.

This successful docking meant that

Boeing became the world's second private company

to make and fly a human orbital spacecraft.

Before this, only SpaceX had done this.

To date, only 3 countries have been able to do this.

Russia, the USA, and China.

But the celebration for this good news

could not last long.

This Starliner mission was supposed to last only 8 days.

These astronauts had to return to Earth after 8 days.

But today, even after 3 months,

both these astronauts are stuck in space.

There are many problems with this spacecraft

because of which it cannot be used again.

According to NASA,

these astronauts will remain there for 8 months.

How did this failure happen?

How much can we blame Boeing?

Let's understand this situation

in this video.

Before starting the video, it is important to clear one thing here

that though both of these astronauts are stuck in space

they are not in any kind of danger.

The International Space Station is more than 350 feet long end to end.

It can accommodate many people.

The living and working space on the ISS,

is bigger than a 6-bedroom house.

There's space for 6 people to sleep on the ISS.

There's enough food, water, clothes, and oxygen supply system.

There are two bathrooms,

a gym, and a 360° view bay window.

Although it is not a luxury hotel,

it is a good place to stay comfortably and survive.

The ISS has its own oxygen-generating system

which generates oxygen through the electrolysis of water.

It also recycles oxygen.

When we exhale,

we release a high quantity of carbon dioxide,

as well as oxygen to some extent.

So, being able to extract that oxygen

recovering it and using it again,

it can do that.

Similarly, there is an excellent recycling system for water too.

Urine is recycled into drinking water.

Apart from this, the water recycling system

can also capture all traces of moisture

that is released as breath or sweat.

And in terms of food,

the ISS carries food reserve for 6 months.

And in every 5-6 months,

the crew members on the ISS keep rotating.

Right now, the crew members of Expedition 71 are in the ISS.

The video you saw earlier

in which Sunita Williams was excitedly entering the ISS,

in that video, you can see other astronauts

they are a part of the Expedition 71,

and were already living in the ISS.

These 4 astronauts are from NASA,

Matthew Dominick, Mike Barratt,

Jeanette Epps, and Tracy C. Dyson.

And 3 astronauts from the Russian Space Agency Roscosmos,

Oleg Kononenko, Nikolai Chub,

and Alexander Grebenkin.

Typically, there are 6-7 people on these expeditions,

and this number, Expedition 71,

indicates that this is the 71st team of crew members

that have gone to the ISS on rotation.

These expeditions have been going on for 24 years.

In the year 2000, when the International

Space Station was first launched.

Since then,

the ISS hasn't been left empty for extended periods of time.

Someone or the other has lived in it.

The Expedition 71 will end on 24th September 2024.

And these astronauts present in the ISS,

will return to Earth.

And they will be replaced by the crew members of Expedition 72.

And they can bring more food for these two astronauts.

For now, NASA has said that Barry and Sunita,

these two astronauts, are now parts of Expeditions 71 and 72,

And they are now conducting research

and experiments with the other astronauts.

It's not like these two astronauts

are stuck in space and are getting bored

with nothing else to do.

Expedition 71 is currently researching space botany.

How flowers can be grown in space.

On space-caused fluid shifts.

On algae-based life support systems,

as well as neuro-degenerative diseases

and therapies are being researched at the ISS.

Both Barry Wilmore and Sunita

Williams are highly experienced astronauts.

Barry is 61 years old

he had already spent 178 days in space before this mission.

Sunita Williams is an Indian-origin astronaut like Kalpana Chawla

although she was born in America.

She is 58 years old

and before this mission, she has been in space for 322 days.

Before this, she was a part of the Expeditions 14, 15, 32, and 33.

She was also the commander of Expedition 33,

so you can see how experienced she is.

So, overall, these two astronauts should not have any problem,

because they'll have food, water, and oxygen.

Clothes were a little problematic

because they were carrying clothes for only 8 days;

they weren't carrying many things.

But to solve this, NASA sent a shipment

of their personal belongings on 6th August.

So, this was about the astronauts.

But now, let's talk about the problematic part.

This Starliner spacecraft.

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft

is an orbital spacecraft.

Its name is Cruise Space Transportation-100 Starliner.

Also known as CST-100 Spaceliner.

After SpaceX, Boeing is the only private company that

has been able to launch an orbital spacecraft to the ISS.

Now, what does an orbital spacecraft mean?

Orbital spacecraft is a spacecraft

that are launched at such high velocities

that they can reach Earth's orbit

and then orbit around the Earth.

It requires a speed of more than 28,000 km per hour.

On the other hand, suborbital spacecrafts

reach the edge of space but

they cannot reach high enough to orbit Earth.

They reach the orbit for a while,

experience a little weightlessness

and then they come back down.

The typical velocity of a suborbital spacecraft

is less than 7,000 km per hour.

Clearly, building an orbital spacecraft

is much more difficult than building a sub-orbital spacecraft.

Especially an orbital spacecraft

that can facilitate humans travel.

Apart from the private companies SpaceX and Boeing,

only 3 countries which have been

able to make a human orbital spacecraft.

China, Russia, and the USA.

And India is trying.

Our Gaganyaan mission will aim at this.

Sending humans to space in an orbital spacecraft.

The first orbital test flight will be in December this year.

Although, it will be an uncrewed flight.

That is, there won't be humans in it.

For the first test, they will seat a humanoid,

named Vyomitra.

Basically, they will test the spacecraft using this doll.

Because if we start by sending humans

and if a problem arises,

it can be devastating.

If we come back to NASA,

they started their commercial crew program in 2011

according to which they can collaborate with private companies.

Many companies bid for this program

including Blue Origin, Sierra Nevada and in 2014,

SpaceX and Boeing were selected for this program.

The first SpaceX Crew-1 flight was launched in November 2020,

and it was a success.

This was their spacecraft named Crew Dragon.

It looks very similar to Boeing's Starliner spacecraft

which looks like this.

The crew module can seat 7 people.

There is a window and a side hatch.

You can see its interiors too.

It shows a 5-person crew set-up.

The noteworthy elements are its thrusters.

These help the spacecraft fly,

and move in different directions.

These thrusters became the root of the problem

due to which these astronauts are stuck in space right now.

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The first launch date for Starliner CST was set to 6th May 2024.

The launch of 5th June was actually planned for 6th May.

But on 6th May, only 2 hours before the launch

the countdown was stopped due to a faulty pressure valve.

The Atlas V rocket

to which this spacecraft is attached,

had a faulty pressure valve.

Then on 1st June,

another attempt was made

but it was cancelled again just 4 minutes before the launch.

This time, instead of a human,

a computer abort system was the one to cancel it.

And then on 5th June,

you'll find it hard to believe that before this scheduled launch,

Boeing and NASA's engineers,

were trying to manage a helium leak.

Helium is the main gas which runs the propulsion system

and fires the spacecraft's thrusters.

When this spacecraft attaches to the International Space Station,

and docks in it,

bringing it to the exact line,

docking, undocking,

these are done by the thrusters.

And to operate these thrusters,

helium is needed.

NASA and Boeing engineers said that

there was a helium leak due to a defective seal.

But this leak was not a big deal.

It was manageable

and wasn't supposed to cause a big problem.

This is why the launch was postponed once again.

But a few hours after the launch,

two more leaks were discovered.

When Starliner reaches the space station,

they discover a fourth helium leak.

After 4 leaks,

the Commercial Crew Program Manager of Boeing finally admitted that

they don't know what is the problem,

and that they need to first understand the root cause.

This is not an isolated error,

this is a major systematic problem.

Apart from this, another problem arose

hours before the docking of the Starliner,

it was found that 5 out of the 28 thrusters on the Starliner

were not working properly.

Seeing this happen, Spacecraft Commander Barry

Wilmore had to manually control the spacecraft.

Working with the engineers on the ground,

he reset the thrusters

and fired them again.

4 out of 5 thrusters start working again.

And so, the Starliner successfully docked at the ISS.

Steve Stich, the Commercial Crew Program Manager at NASA says that

this failure was due to a data issue.

It had nothing to do with the hardware of the thruster.

But because of all these problems,

NASA had to face several questions.

Could the astronauts rely on the

Starliner spacecraft to return to Earth?

Considering the numerous leaks

and thrusters not working properly.

After June 6, NASA and Boeing

conducted some hot fire tests to check these thrusters.

In these tests, they noticed that these thrusters

were overheating and that is why they weren't working properly.

They found that due to direct sunlight

exposure on the capsule's manual control system

there was substantial overheating.

When these thrusters were tested again without sunlight,

they were found to be operating normally.

But overall, the engineers weren't sure

whether the overheating problem would recur when the Starliner returns.

This is why it was decided that

the Starliner would return to Earth without the astronauts

and for now, those astronauts would remain in the space station.

Overall, this is good news that

NASA prioritised safety

otherwise everyone was reminded of the 2003 Challenger disaster

when Kalpana Chawla

was returning to Earth

and her spacecraft exploded.

I talked about it in detail in the video on Kalpana Chawla,

about the exact mistakes back then.

Here, NASA has decided to

bring Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore back to Earth

using SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft.

In February 2025,

when SpaceX's Crew-9 mission will go to the ISS,

In that mission, instead of 4 astronauts, only 2 will be sent.

So that these two astronauts can return with it.

But because this can be possible only in February next year,

so in total, these two astronauts will spend almost 9 months in space.

NASA's Steve Stich

calls Starliner a very capable spacecraft.

He believes that it is not a bad spacecraft.

But the two Starliner missions of before this,

when it was tested without a crew, without humans,

one of those tests had failed.

The first Boeing Starliner mission

was held on 20th December 2019

known as the Orbital Flight Test.

There weren't any humans in it,

rather, it carried the doll Rosie the Rocketeer.

Similar to the doll that would be carried

by the Gaganyaan in a few months.

The purpose of this mission was to remain in space for 8 days,

dock at the International Space Station,

and to return to Earth.

But this mission was aborted just 2 days later.

Starliner could not dock at the International Space Station.

And why could it not?

NASA and Boeing formed a joint review team to investigate this

and this team gave about 80 recommendations to NASA and Boeing

to solve this problem.

Once again, the reason behind this

was that Starliner's thrusters could not fire on time

and so it could not reach the right orbit.

The reason behind this was found to be

the computer system's miscalibration of timing.

Steve Stich had then said that

NASA could not provide sufficient oversight to Boeing,

because of which there were these software problems.

The second test was conducted on 19th May, 2022.

Boeing Orbital Flight Test 2

and this time, it was successful.

Rosie the Rocketeer actually reached the ISS.

But even in that test,

there were some glitches.

Some thrusters weren't operating properly.

The same problem as this year's launch.

Interestingly, when NASA awarded the

contracts to Boeing and SpaceX in 2014,

the worth of SpaceX's contract was

around $2.6 billion.

And Boeing's contract was worth,

$4.2 billion.

But today, SpaceX has left Boeing so far behind that

it is soon going to attempt one of the most riskiest missions.

The world's first private spacewalk by an astronaut.

A 20-minute spacewalk

in which astronauts will take a walk outside the spacecraft.

But Boeing's problems are not limited to space.

Even as an airline company,

Boeing has been subjected to criticism for the past few years.

This is caused by Boeing's new 737 MAX commercial aeroplane

and its deadly failures.

On 5th January of this year,

a Boeing 737 MAX of the Alaska Airlines

took off for a normal flight from Portland, USA to Ontario.

As soon as the plane reached an altitude of 16,000 feet,

a door of the plane completely broke apart.

This caused a huge hole

and led to rapid decompression.

People's phones, laptops, and

everything that was light and not secured,

flew out of the plane.

Thankfully, since the passengers were wearing seat belts,

no passenger fell out of the plane.

They survived.

But a few days later, during the Federal

Aviation Administration's investigation,

the cause was discovered to be loose hardware.

The bolts in the door needed additional tightening.

Alaska Airlines and United Airlines

grounded all their 737 MAX aeroplanes.

And in their investigations it was found that

there were loose parts in many Boeing aeroplanes.

Before this, in 2018,

there was a faulty sensor in their plane,

due to which Lion Air Flight 610

crashed in Indonesia shortly after the take-off.

All passengers and crew members of the flight were killed.

After that, in 2019,

a similar incident happened with the Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302.

The plane crashed and all passengers were killed.

It was revealed that the software installed by Boeing in the plane

was a problematic software,

in some cases, it took away the control from the pilots.

The plane crashed due to the glitchy software

and though the pilots tried their best to control the plane

but they were unsuccessful.

When this happened, all the Boeing 737 MAX planes

were grounded for 20 months.

Their safety enhancements were rechecked,

and only after December 2020,

did the plane re-enter into service.

And now, in 2024, we are seeing more and more problems.

Think about it.

There have been many fake conspiracy

theories regarding these plane crashes,

but in reality, no one except the company can be blamed for those.

The CEO of Boeing has stated that

he will step down from his position,

by the end of this year.

This is an equally important but separate issue.

The carelessness of Boeing and their failures.

It has also been reported that

the whistleblower who was about to testify against the company

d!ed under sudden and mysterious circumstances.

Anyhow, that can be a separate video,

but for now, let's end this video here.

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