Space… no longer the final frontier; technological innovations are making it increasingly easy to explore and capture the beauty of the cosmos. Astronauts and cosmonauts are embracing 360 video to film outer space in a new and exciting way for people on Earth to enjoy.
Here are the top 5 coolest 360 degree moments in space for you to enjoy, from the first 360 spacewalk to New Year’s aboard the ISS, with videos filmed as part of the Space 360 project by RT, Roscosmos State Corporation and Energia Rocket and Space Corporation.
First 360 Spacewalk
The first ever panoramic open space walk was shot by the crew of the International Space Station. Japanese astronaut Soichi Noguchi said, “I think the best use is to inspire young generations, school kids and students to feel the emotion: a little bit of anxiety, a little bit of excitement, and a little bit of happiness to go outside the station and to do the spacewalk.”
Shaving in Space
Cosmonaut Andrei Borisenko demonstrates how his boring morning routine has transformed in zero gravity!
NYE on the ISS
Andrey Borisenko discusses how astronauts on the International Space Station from different countries come together to celebrate the ringing in of a new year, up to 16 times in space!
Gourmet Meals in Space
Astronauts aboard the ISS show the foods they are able to eat aboard the ISS and how they differ from the most important meal of the day back on Earth.
Panoramic Planet
This stunning 360 video captures the panoramic beauty of Earth and also visits the Cupola, a glass section on the ISS where astronauts can view Earth while they orbit.