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Artemis II Toilet Trouble: Astronauts Face Diaper Duty
7 Apr
Summary
- The Artemis II spacecraft's toilet has broken down again.
- Astronauts must now use diaper-like alternatives for the return trip.
- The malfunction occurred around day six of the ten-day mission.
The toilet aboard the Artemis II spacecraft has reportedly malfunctioned again, presenting a significant challenge for the four astronauts as they return to Earth. The issue with the toilet on the Orion capsule has been a persistent problem during the mission, which launched on April 1.
NASA confirmed the toilet was not operational around the sixth day of the ten-day mission. Consequently, astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen will need to rely on a diaper-like alternative for the rest of their journey.
This developing situation marks a critical point in the mission as the crew nears its completion. Further details regarding the toilet's persistent issues and the crew's experience are expected.
