Steve Swanson
Steve Swanson
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Steve Swanson is an American astronaut who has spent a significant amount of time in space.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: October 1, 1960
Status: Still Alive
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession: Astronaut, Engineer
Early Life and Background
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Steve Swanson was born in San Jose, California. He grew up with a strong interest in science and mathematics, which led him to pursue a career in engineering. Swanson earned his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland and later went on to earn his Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering from Stanford University.
Major Accomplishments
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Swanson began his NASA career in 1989 as a researcher at the Ames Research Center in California. He then became an astronaut candidate in 1994 and completed two space missions: Expedition 39 to the International Space Station (2014) and Expedition 40/41 also to the ISS (2015-16). On his second mission, Swanson conducted three EVAs (spacewalks), totaling over 20 hours. He has spent a total of 196 days in space.
Notable Works or Actions
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During his time at NASA, Swanson was involved in several notable projects. He played a crucial role in the development and testing of various spacecraft components, including spacesuits and robotic arms. As part of his contributions to Expedition 40/41, Swanson also performed critical maintenance tasks on the ISS.
Impact and Legacy
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Steve Swanson's contributions to NASA have left an enduring impact on space exploration. His extensive experience in engineering has helped develop cutting-edge technologies for future missions. As a seasoned astronaut, he has inspired countless individuals to pursue careers in science and mathematics.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Swanson's experience in space and his commitment to advancing space technology have made him an influential figure in the field of astronautics. His contributions to NASA's mission objectives and research endeavors have earned him recognition as a leader in his profession.
About the Author
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Steve Swanson is one of many notable astronauts who have pushed the boundaries of human exploration.
Quotes by Steve Swanson
All these guys have played a lot of soccer with a lot of different players. They've played on regional teams, club teams, national teams, so I think almost everywhere we go, inevitably there's players that know one another.
The Constitution does not permit these panels to be the final arbiter of whether U.S. law provides for relief from unfair subsidies and dumping for U.S. producers and workers.
I guess there are some things in life where you may never hear an explanation. It's like the guy who hides his secret for Coca-Cola. He just won't share it.
If you ripped open her chest you'd see an awfully big heart. She's got an amazing engine and is one of the hardest workers already.
I'm sure they talk a lot. I'm sure it's a lot about soccer, but I'm also sure a lot of it's not. It's about life and how they're enjoying their different experiences and things like that.
I'm gratified that that the F.B.I. has been diligent in their pursuit of these people.
Every U.S. administration since President Reagan has consistently found that the Canadian lumber industry has benefited from enormous subsidies. We will not stand for this absurd and unjust result from panelists acting outside our constitutional system of accountability.
It was good to get the Scots on the court. And the win was important to maintain our momentum despite losing key players.