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Despite predictions, events seldom occur precisely as expected. The calculated breakup altitude of Skylab was based on its intended structural strength specifications. However, the actual vehicle was stronger than the specified strength requirements.
Mgrs. & Controllers Monitor Re-entry
Garriott with Oxygen Tank Debris. Credit David Hitt
Ground-track of Skylab final passes.
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Before the astronauts could leave there was one final problem to solve. Skylab’s refrigeration system began warming up. Houston immediately went to work on finding a solution. Now, there was some concern that the crews return would be delayed.
Leaving Skylab
Splashdown
Crew Egress
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On Mission day 25, the crew was informed that they had surpassed the Russian space endurance record set by Soyuz 11 on Salyut 1 in 1971.
Sleep Compartment. Credit Shayler
Personal Hygiene. Credit Shayler
Waste Management. Credit Shayler
Trash Airlock. Credit Shayler
Trash Airlock. Credit NASA
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“Houston, Skylab. I’d like you to be the first to know that the PLT is the proud father of a genuine flare.” Joe Kerwin
Pete’s New Way to Ride the Bike. credit Shayler
The Skylab 500. Credit Shayler
Apollo Telescope Mount
