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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