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Al Jazeera airs audio from NASA ISS spacewalk repairing Canadarm2

Jul 1, 2026

The Al Jazeera English video presents audio clips from the June 30, 2026, U.S. Spacewalk 95 outside the International Space Station. Astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir replaced a malfunctioning wrist joint on the Canadarm2 robotic arm using tools including the Pistol Grip Tool (PGT). Segments include mission control commentary, descriptions of fastener removal and joint handling, and light remarks during the EVA. The report draws primarily from NASA audio feeds with standard spaceflight terminology and references to the station's orbit over the United States.

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CBC reports ISS spacewalk to repair Canadarm2 wrist joint

Jun 30, 2026

CBC News broadcast covers a June 30, 2026, NASA spacewalk by astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir to replace a malfunctioning wrist joint on Canadarm2. The segment explains the arm's history since its 2001 installation, its role in ISS operations, and the planned six-and-a-half-hour EVA using a pre-positioned spare. It includes context on the May 27 malfunction and a quote from NASA ISS operations integration manager Bill Spetch on the arm's critical importance. The report references routine maintenance for the 25-year-old system designed with replaceable components.

▶ Source: CBC News