Nicholas Patrick

Engineer and astronaut

Nicholas Patrick - Engineer and astronaut
Born

November 19th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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An engineer and astronaut, contributed to NASA missions. Completed two spaceflights and participated in the assembly of the International Space Station (ISS). Worked on advanced robotics systems and experiments during missions. Enhanced knowledge of space engineering and operations through direct experience in space.

Completed two spaceflights aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour

Participated in the assembly of the International Space Station

Contributed to robotics and experiments in space

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