Stunning ISS time-lapse video captures auroras, stars, and a meteor
What's the story
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick recently shared a captivating time-lapse video from the International Space Station (ISS). The footage, captured just before sunrise, features an aurora, satellites, stars, and a meteor. Shared on X, the video also shows a meteor streaking toward Earth. The time-lapse has garnered significant online attention. One viewer humorously questioned productivity in space saying, "How do you get anything done up there!? I would be in the Cupola the entire time just staring in awe!"
Space module
The Cupola: ISS's window to the universe
The Cupola, as mentioned by a viewer in response to Dominick's video, is a seven-window module on the ISS. It offers the best exterior views from the space station. Other viewers also expressed their awe at the footage. One described it as "so frail and so majestic," while another simply stated, "Incredible! I want your job." These reactions highlight the public's fascination with space exploration and its stunning visuals.
Twitter Post
Take a look at Dominick's post
Satellites,
— Matthew Dominick (@dominickmatthew) July 21, 2024stars, and, a meteor . . . Night timelapse just priorto sunrise. If you watch carefully, part way throughyou can see a meteor streak towards earth.
I do not have the settings readily available, but they are likely: 50mm, f1.2, ISO 6400, 1/4s, with a 1/2s interval. pic.twitter.com/bAsFsu2Q4m
Astronaut profile
Dominick's journey and passion for space photography
Matthew Dominick arrived at the ISS in March as part of SpaceX's Crew-8 mission. Since his arrival, he has been sharing creative images and videos of both inside and outside the station with his followers on X. He often includes details about the camera settings used to capture these shots, providing insights for aspiring photographers. This passion for photography is common among astronauts aboard the ISS, further enhancing public interest in space exploration.