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Shuttle crew begins work at ISS

By: WROC-TV
Updated: October 26, 2007
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The crew of the Shuttle Discovery is taking part in the first of five space walks today. The astronauts are preparing to install a new section of the International Space Station.
 
Astronauts Scott Parazynski and Doug Wheelock will get assistance from two robotic arms as they begin the installation of the Harmony node. This mission marks the first time two women have been in command in space.  Peggy Whitson is the Commander of the International Space Station and Rochester Native Pam Melroy is in charge of the Shuttle Discovery.

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