Four rookie astronauts produced the first direct X-ray of a human body in orbit using a portable X-ray machine.

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four rookie astronauts

What

Four rookie astronauts produced the first direct X-ray of a human body in orbit using a portable X-ray machine.

When

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:20 GMT · 3h 17m ago

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Why

To test the capabilities of a portable X-ray machine in space.

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This mission demonstrated the feasibility of using portable medical imaging technology in space, potentially paving the way for advanced in-orbit medical diagnostics.

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