Proton-M | MLM Nauka

The Proton-M launch of MLM Nauka is a human exploration mission to Low Earth Orbit. The MLM Nauka module is a Russian segment of the International Space Station, providing additional living and working space for astronauts. This mission is significant as it will enhance the ISS's capabilities, enabling longer-term scientific research and expanding the crew's capacity. The Proton-M rocket, a variant of the Proton launch vehicle, will be used for this mission. The booster is a previously flown core stage, marking the 418th flight of the Proton-M and the 16th reuse of a Proton core stage. The launch is scheduled for July 21, 2021, at 14:58:25 UTC from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.

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