STS-29

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:spacecraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
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gptkb:International_Space_Station
gptkb:automobile
gptkbp:crew gptkb:David_C._Leestma
gptkb:Michael_Coats
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:Michael_J._Mc_Culley
gptkb:6
gptkb:James_D._Wetherbee
gptkb:Charles_D._Gemar
gptkb:John_M._Lounge
gptkb:Charles_D._Walker
gptkb:Shannon_Lucid
gptkb:John_Lounge
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label STS-29
gptkbp:is_a_destination_for Low Earth Orbit
gptkbp:landing_site March 18, 1989
gptkbp:launch_date March 13, 1989
gptkbp:launch_site gptkb:Kennedy_Space_Center
gptkbp:launch_vehicle gptkb:spacecraft
gptkbp:mission gptkb:STS-29_patch
gptkb:STS-29_mission_patch
gptkb:Discovery
Completed
Crewed
Satellite deployment
Successful deployment of TDRS-3
Conducted scientific experiments
Enhanced communication capabilities
Tested new technologies
Engaged in public outreach activities
Provided data for future spacecraft designs
Returned with scientific samples
Demonstrated the Shuttle's ability to carry large payloads
Facilitated technology transfer to commercial sector
Carried out a variety of payload operations
Conducted Earth observation
Contributed to NASA's ongoing research
Demonstrated Shuttle's versatility
Enhanced safety protocols for future missions
Contributed to the understanding of microgravity effects
Increased operational capabilities of the Shuttle
Involved in astronaut training
Involved in extensive pre-flight testing
Performed a rendezvous with TDRS-3
Promoted public interest in space exploration
Showcased Shuttle's reliability
Strengthened international partnerships in space
Supported educational initiatives in STEM
Supported future missions
Utilized advanced materials in construction
gptkbp:mission_duration 5 days
5 days, 1 hour, 16 minutes
gptkbp:notable_event First flight of the Space Shuttle Discovery
First flight of the TDRS-3 satellite
gptkbp:objective gptkb:Deploy_Tracking_and_Data_Relay_Satellite
Deploying the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System
gptkbp:preceded_by gptkb:STS-28
gptkbp:propulsion gptkb:Space_Shuttle_Discovery
gptkbp:seating_capacity 12,000 kg
gptkbp:succeeded_by gptkb:STS-30
gptkb:theorem