A satellite that has previously been collecting data about Earth is malfunctioning. Using the robotic arm, the crew captures the satellite, downloads the data, and identifies new information to analyze, test, and explore for this mission.
Crews in Spacecraft and Mission Control work to build new technologies for a satellite that will be launched at the end of the mission. These satellite probes will collect data on Earth processes and events taking place on our planet due to the changing climate. The crews will monitor and communicate real-time events occurring on Earth, which becomes critical when an emergency arises and they must work together to overcome an impactful weather event.
In the final moments of the mission, the crews will launch their new satellite to collect data for upcoming years. This launch is critical to scientists as they continue to study the dramatic impact that our changing climate is having on Earth. It is up to our crew members to make this mission a complete success.