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    Bringing Node-3 and Cupola to ISS: STS-130 photo gallery28 January 2010

    Bringing Node-3 and Cupola to ISS: STS-130 photo gallery28 January 2010

    Paolo Nespoli in the Cupola

    @Astro_Paolo and views from space: “It’s amazing!”11 February 2011

    Paolo Nespoli in the Cupola

    @Astro_Paolo and views from space: “It’s amazing!”11 February 2011 Paolo Nespoli, ESA’s astronaut working and living on the Space Station, is sharing his experience with the world via a constant flow of beautiful photos and tweets. Let’s hear from Paolo what he thinks about the photos, Twitter and being in space.

    Nightly view of Europe and Africa

    Wonderful vistas from Cupola17 November 2010

    Nightly view of Europe and Africa

    Wonderful vistas from Cupola17 November 2010 Cupola has proved itself to be an excellent viewing platform since it was attached to the International Space Station in February. The latest photos taken from this heavenly observatory are stunning.

    Space Shuttle Endeavour touching down at KSC

    Endeavour home after completing a special delivery to ISS22 February 2010

    Space Shuttle Endeavour touching down at KSC

    Endeavour home after completing a special delivery to ISS22 February 2010 Space Shuttle Endeavour landed early this morning at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida after a flight delivering more living space, equipment and a bay window to the International Space Station.

    First image taken through Cupola

    The Cupola opens its seven eyelids17 February 2010

    First image taken through Cupola

    The Cupola opens its seven eyelids17 February 2010 Astronauts aboard the International Space Station have opened the shutters on the seven Cupola windows this morning, providing them with the first view of Earth from their new observation deck.

    Presenting Node-3 and Cupola28 January 2010

    Presenting Node-3 and Cupola28 January 2010 Space Shuttle Endeavour is carrying Node-3 (Tranquility) and Cupola towards the International Space Station. Watch a video about the new European-made parts of the ISS and how they will be installed to the Station.

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