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Russian Sokol vs. the Orlan Spacesuits

April 19th, 2012 | No Comments

Both suits are used in the Russian Space Program. But they serve different purposes.

A Soviet Soyoz Re-Entry Module

November 20th, 2011 | No Comments

One of the featured exhibits at Chabot Space Center is this Soyoz re-entry module.

Food in Space

September 1st, 2011 | No Comments

This is what astronauts and cosmonauts eat while on the space station. Filmed at Chabot Science Center, in Oakland; California.

Staying Fit in Space: The Penguin and the Shoulder Harness

August 26th, 2011 | No Comments

A close up of two different devices for staying fit in space; the shoulder harness, and the penguin suit.

Chabot's Telescopes

August 19th, 2011 | No Comments

Chabot Science Center is a great place for astronomy fans to look at the heavens.

Russian Sokol KV-2 Spacesuit

July 30th, 2011 | No Comments

The Sokol KV-2 is a pressurized launch suit, worn during lift-off and re-entry.

Leah - A Classic Antique Telescope

July 17th, 2011 | 1 Comment

This beautiful telescope was built in 1883, and is still used every night.

Vintage Telescope - Rachel

July 7th, 2011 | No Comments

Built in 1915, Rachel is one of the largest refractor telescopes in the world.

Einstein's Telescope

July 2nd, 2011 | 1 Comment

This beautiful brass telescope belonged to Albert Einstein.