ROBO ops today: SSRMS dropped off Dextre on the MBS, then stepped off from one MBS grapple fixture via another to the fixture on the US Lab. From there, it grappled one of the fixtures on the Bishop Airlock.
ROBO ops today - SSRMS removed the Bishop Airlock from its berthing port on the port side of Node 3 and handed it off to the POA LEE on the mobile base system. SSRMS then (according to telemetry) picked up Dextre.
Dextre retrieved something from the interior of the Bishop Airlock...
... then installed it on the exterior of the Bishop Airlock.
The payload in question appears to be the ISS Surveyor, built by Neutralino, and it's on mounting location C.https://www.nasa.gov/mission/station/research-explorer/investigation/?#id=9034https://www.neutralinospace.com/projects-3/QuoteNeutralino Space Ventures develops state-of-the-art hardware, accelerated computing clusters, and advanced image sensors for space-based, real-time, full-sky Space Domain Awareness (SDA). The Neutralino Space ISS Surveyor (ISS Surveyor) integrates 1076-megapixel mosaic camera, a multi-teraflop per second computing cluster, and sophisticated on-orbit algorithms to enable terabit-per-second sensing and data analysis on the International Space Station. This prototype is the first test unit in the multi-satellite “SpaceSurvey” constellation which aims to monitor every object in low Earth, medium, and cis-lunar orbits by 2030.The Neutralino Space ISS Surveyor (ISS Surveyor) objective with the ISS Surveyor mission is to demonstrate the SDA performance of the edge-computing camera system, taking it from technology readiness level- (TRL-) 5 to TRL-7. After installing the camera on one of the space station’s external payload locations (e.g., Nanoracks’ Bishop airlock), the system tests its capability by comparing its observations of satellites to the existing SpaceTrack and equivalent catalogs. Next, researchers are to catalog unknown resident space objects that are near the detection threshold – a challenge only possible through in-space testing. On-orbit operations allows the researchers to adapt the algorithms to the many non-ideal environmental conditions such as varying illumination, mechanical vibrations, unexplained backgrounds, radiation, and attitude, position, and timing uncertainty. A 6-, 12-, or 24-month mission provides the baseline required to build a representative catalog and upgrade the algorithms to maximize the system’s performance.
Neutralino Space Ventures develops state-of-the-art hardware, accelerated computing clusters, and advanced image sensors for space-based, real-time, full-sky Space Domain Awareness (SDA). The Neutralino Space ISS Surveyor (ISS Surveyor) integrates 1076-megapixel mosaic camera, a multi-teraflop per second computing cluster, and sophisticated on-orbit algorithms to enable terabit-per-second sensing and data analysis on the International Space Station. This prototype is the first test unit in the multi-satellite “SpaceSurvey” constellation which aims to monitor every object in low Earth, medium, and cis-lunar orbits by 2030.The Neutralino Space ISS Surveyor (ISS Surveyor) objective with the ISS Surveyor mission is to demonstrate the SDA performance of the edge-computing camera system, taking it from technology readiness level- (TRL-) 5 to TRL-7. After installing the camera on one of the space station’s external payload locations (e.g., Nanoracks’ Bishop airlock), the system tests its capability by comparing its observations of satellites to the existing SpaceTrack and equivalent catalogs. Next, researchers are to catalog unknown resident space objects that are near the detection threshold – a challenge only possible through in-space testing. On-orbit operations allows the researchers to adapt the algorithms to the many non-ideal environmental conditions such as varying illumination, mechanical vibrations, unexplained backgrounds, radiation, and attitude, position, and timing uncertainty. A 6-, 12-, or 24-month mission provides the baseline required to build a representative catalog and upgrade the algorithms to maximize the system’s performance.
Dextre has removed the Multi-needle Langmuir Probe (m-NLP) experiment from where it was installed on Bartolomeo slot 3 back in September 2023:
The m-NLP experiment has been installed on the interior of the Bishop Airlock.
Didn't see the ops over at Bartolomeo due to camera angles, but Dextre has removed the Euro Material Ageing experiment from slot 4 (where it was deployed in December 2024) and installed it in the Bishop Airlock.
NASA to Preview US Spacewalks at Space Station in JanuaryThe headshot image of Lauren E. LowLauren E. LowDec 29, 2025 MEDIA ADVISORYM25-104NASA HeadquartersJohnson Space CenterNASA astronaut and Expedition 72 Flight Engineer Nichole Ayers is pictured during a spacewalk to upgrade the orbital outpost’s power generation system and relocate a communications antenna.Credit: NASANASA astronauts will conduct a pair of spacewalks in January outside of the International Space Station to prepare for the installation of a roll-out solar array and complete other tasks. Experts from NASA will preview the spacewalks in a briefing at 2 p.m. EST Tuesday, Jan. 6, at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.Watch NASA’s live coverage of the news conference on the agency’s YouTube channel. Learn how to stream NASA content through a variety of online platforms, including social media.Participants include: Bill Spetch, operations integration manager, International Space Station Program Diana Trujillo, spacewalk flight director, Flight Operations Directorate Heidi Brewer, spacewalk flight director, Flight Operations DirectorateMedia interested in participating in person or by phone must contact the NASA Johnson newsroom no later than 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 5, by calling 281-483-5111 or emailing [email protected]. To ask questions by phone, reporters must dial into the news conference no later than 15 minutes prior to the start of the call. Questions may also be submitted on social media using #AskNASA. NASA’s media accreditation policy is available online.On Thursday, Jan. 8, NASA astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman will exit the station’s Quest airlock to prepare the 2A power channel for future installation of International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Arrays. Once installed, the array will provide additional power for the orbital laboratory, including critical support of its safe and controlled deorbit. This spacewalk will be Cardman’s first and Fincke’s 10th, tying him for the most spacewalks by a NASA astronaut.On Thursday, Jan. 15, two NASA astronauts will replace a high-definition camera on camera port 3, install a new navigational aid for visiting spacecraft, called a planar reflector, on the Harmony module’s forward port, and relocate an early ammonia servicer jumper — a flexible hose assembly that connects parts of a fluid system — along with other jumpers on the station’s S6 and S4 truss.NASA will announce the astronauts planned for the second spacewalk and start times for both events closer to the operations.The spacewalks will be the 278th and 279th in support of space station assembly, maintenance and upgrades. They also are the first two International Space Station spacewalks of 2026, and the first by Expedition 74.
Dragon is enabled for reboost.
16 minute orbit reboost by Dragon starts in 1 minute
Nominal reboost.with 1.715 delta V
On Dec. 29, SpaceX’s Dragon fired its thrusters for more than 19 minutes, boosting the International Space Station’s orbit.The two Draco engines, which are located in the spacecraft’s trunk and use an independent propellant system, increased the station’s altitude by 1.6 miles at apogee, or highest point of station’s orbit, and 1.9 miles at perigee, or low point of station’s orbit, placing the station in an orbit of 263.5 x 257.8 miles. This Dragon spacecraft, which is supporting SpaceX’s 33rd commercial resupply mission for NASA, arrived at the orbital complex on Aug. 25 and previously performed four reboosts of the station on Sept. 3, Sept. 26, and Oct. 14, and Nov. 7. One additional reboost is planned in mid-January before Dragon returns to Earth with critical research and cargo and splashes down off the coast of California.
https://twitter.com/Space_Station/status/2006106739276488863QuoteInternational Space Station@Space_Station·@SpaceX’s Dragon cargo spacecraft fired its thrusters for over 19 minutes on Dec. 29, boosting the station’s orbit. This marks the fifth reboost of the station during the CRS-33 mission, with one more planned before Dragon returns to Earth in January.
International Space Station@Space_Station·@SpaceX’s Dragon cargo spacecraft fired its thrusters for over 19 minutes on Dec. 29, boosting the station’s orbit. This marks the fifth reboost of the station during the CRS-33 mission, with one more planned before Dragon returns to Earth in January.
Thursday, Jan. 86:30 a.m. | Coverage of U.S. Spacewalk 94 at the International Space Station. Stream on NASA+, Amazon Prime, YouTubeThursday, Jan. 155:40 a.m. | Coverage of U.S. Spacewalk 95 at the International Space Station. Stream on NASA+, Amazon Prime, YouTube
Mark A. GarciaJanuary 5, 2026...NASA astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman are scheduled to exit the orbital outpost’s Quest airlock at 8 a.m. EST on Thursday for a six-and-a-half-hour spacewalk. The duo will install a modification kit and route cables setting up the station’s port side truss structure for a new roll-out solar array that will be delivered on an upcoming cargo mission. Other tasks include installing jumper cables, photographing station hardware, and swabbing external station surfaces to collect potential microorganism samples. Managers will preview Thursday’s spacewalk and a second spacewalk scheduled for Jan. 15 on NASA’s YouTube channel beginning at 2 p.m. on Tuesday.
Two NASA astronauts will replace a high-definition camera, install a new navigational aid for visiting spacecraft, and make other changes and upgrades to the orbiting lab's hardware. The spacewalk is scheduled to start at about 7:10 a.m. EST (1220 UTC) and run for about six-and-a-half hours.
NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks Thursday, Jan. 8, and Thursday, Jan. 15, outside the International Space Station, and the agency will provide comprehensive coverage.The first spacewalk is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. EST on Jan. 8 and last about six hours and 30 minutes. NASA will provide live coverage beginning at 6:30 a.m. on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and the agency’s YouTube channel. Learn how to stream NASA content through a variety of online platforms, including social media.During U.S. spacewalk 94, NASA astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman will exit the station’s Quest airlock to prepare the 2A power channel for future installation of International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Arrays. Once installed, the array will provide additional power for the orbital laboratory, including critical support of its safe and controlled deorbit.Fincke will serve as spacewalk crew member 1 and will wear a suit with red stripes, while Cardman will serve as spacewalk crew member 2 and will wear an unmarked suit. This spacewalk will be Cardman’s first and Fincke’s 10th, tying him for the most spacewalks by a NASA astronaut.The second spacewalk is scheduled to begin at 7:10 a.m. on Jan. 15 and last about 6 hours and 30 minutes. NASA will provide live coverage beginning at 5:40 a.m. on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and the agency’s YouTube channel.During U.S. spacewalk 95, two NASA astronauts will replace a high-definition camera on camera port 3, install a new navigational aid for visiting spacecraft, called a planar reflector, on the Harmony module’s forward port, and relocate an early ammonia servicer jumper — a flexible hose assembly that connects parts of a fluid system — along with other jumpers on the station’s S6 and S4 truss.NASA will announce which astronauts are scheduled for the second spacewalk after the Jan. 8 spacewalk.The spacewalks will be the 278th and 279th in support of space station assembly, maintenance and upgrades. Also, they are the first two International Space Station spacewalks of 2026, and the first by Expedition 74.
https://twitter.com/SpaceflightNow/status/2008617995262906697In a spacewalk briefing, NASA's Bill Spetch says that the Cargo Dragon spacecraft from CRS-33 will perform one final reboost of the station on Jan. 16, a day after the second EVA, then undocking on Jan. 21. The HTV-X is slated for unberth on Jan. 27 and release on Jan. 28.
NASA @NASANASA is postponing the Thursday, Jan. 8, spacewalk outside the @Space_Station. A new date for the upcoming spacewalk will be shared later. Details: https://go.nasa.gov/4qb9sjU
International Space Station @Space_StationUPDATE: @NASA is closely monitoring a stable medical situation involving one International Space Station crew member and evaluating all options, including an early Crew-11 return, with further updates expected within 24 hours.
NASA @NASAWe're hosting a live news conference at 5pm ET (2200 UTC) to discuss the International @Space_Station and its crew: Details:https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-to-provide-media-with-international-space-station-update-today/
https://twitter.com/dpoddolphinpro/status/2009388991875784717QuoteRyan Caton@dpoddolphinpro.@NASA’s Chief Health and Medical Officer Dr. James Polk has said that the medical incident had nothing to do with the operational environment, or the fact that they were preparing for a spacewalk.
Ryan Caton@dpoddolphinpro.@NASA’s Chief Health and Medical Officer Dr. James Polk has said that the medical incident had nothing to do with the operational environment, or the fact that they were preparing for a spacewalk.
Ryan Caton @dpoddolphinproBREAKING: @NASAAdmin confirms Crew-11 is coming home early, ahead of the planned departure, in the coming days. @NASA expects to provide another update within the next 48 hours regarding the undock timeline.Crew-12's timeline is being evaluated to provide an earlier launch date.
Undocking is scheduled for 5 pm US/Eastern on January 14, with splashdown at 3:40 am on January 15.https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/spacestation/2026/01/09/nasa-spacex-set-target-date-for-crew-11s-return-to-earth/edit - gracias to catdlr for splicing in that timeline that I was in too much of a rush to include!QuoteWednesday, Jan. 14 3 p.m. – Hatch closure coverage begins3:30 p.m. – Hatch closing 4:45 p.m. – Undocking coverage begins5 p.m. – Undocking Thursday, Jan. 15 2:15 a.m. – Return coverage begins2:50 a.m. – Deorbit burn 3:40 a.m. – Splashdown 5:45 a.m. – Return to Earth media news conference
Wednesday, Jan. 14 3 p.m. – Hatch closure coverage begins3:30 p.m. – Hatch closing 4:45 p.m. – Undocking coverage begins5 p.m. – Undocking Thursday, Jan. 15 2:15 a.m. – Return coverage begins2:50 a.m. – Deorbit burn 3:40 a.m. – Splashdown 5:45 a.m. – Return to Earth media news conference
William Harwood @cbs_spacenewsCrew 11: Undocking confirmed, at 5:20pm EST (2220 UTC)
William Harwood @cbs_spacenewsCrew 11: Standing by for the start of the deorbit burn, a 13-minute 15-second braking burn to drop the Crew Dragon out of orbit and put it on course for a 3:41am EST (0841 UTC) splashdown off the coast of California near San Diego
William Harwood @cbs_spacenewsCrew 11: Deorbit burn complete; no issues reported; atmospheric entry expected at 3:30am EST (0830 UTC) with splashdown targeted for 3:41am (0841 UTC)
William Harwood @cbs_spacenewsCrew 11: Crew Dragon trunk jettison confirmed
William Harwood @cbs_spacenewsCrew 11: The Crew Dragon's nose cone has been closed and latched for entry
