Spacecraft Preps for Late-Night Departure from ISS, Bringing Science Back to Florida

After enjoying nearly a month exploring the vast canvas of space aboard the International Space Station (ISS), a spacecraft packed with scientific treasures is preparing for its grand return to Earth. Tonight, at 9:05 PM Eastern Time, a SpaceX Dragon capsule will set sail from the orbiting outpost, aiming to touch down off the coast of Florida and deliver its valuable cargo back home.

This journey began last month, when the Dragon gracefully lifted off from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, carrying a new crew of astronauts and eager anticipation for groundbreaking research. While the crew settled into. . .