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omero0700 t1_j0ktkod wrote

Uhm... Dumb question: why they have to recur to a robotic arm? wouldn't be easier to plan an EVA? I mean... What are the risks for an astronaut to get a close look? Just curious...

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bluenoser613 OP t1_j0kw2pd wrote

I don’t think there are any handholds on the Soyuz they can use. EVA’s always have some risk. If it can be done robotically it is much better. Also the cameras on the arm are probably better than what someone can use in a spacesuit.

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