What happened when inadvertent thruster firing caused the International Space Station to spin out of control? Though the situation was rapidly brought under control, it was a harrowing day for those on the ISS as well as the NASA ground controllers. Talia Sepersky, planetarium educator from the Museum of Science, explains what happened, and what it means for the future of this decades-old floating laboratory.

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Among the world's largest science centers, the Museum of Science engages millions of people each year to the wonders of science and technology through interactive exhibitions, digital programs, giant screen productions, and preK – 12 EiE® STEM curricula through the William and Charlotte Bloomberg Science Education Center. Established in 1830, the Museum is home to such iconic experiences as the Theater of Electricity, the Charles Hayden Planetarium, and the Mugar Omni Theater. Around the world, the Museum is known for digital experiences such as Mission: Mars on Roblox, and traveling exhibitions such as the Science Behind Pixar. Learn more at https://www.mos.org/

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