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Scott Carpenter, Mercury Astronaut, Dies at 88
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In summary, Scott Carpenter was an American naval officer, test pilot, and astronaut who was one of the original seven astronauts selected for NASA's Mercury program. He became the second American to orbit the Earth in 1962. He passed away in 2013 at the age of 88 due to complications from a stroke. Carpenter's role in the Mercury program was as the pilot of the Mercury-Atlas 7 spacecraft, completing three orbits around the Earth. He also had many other achievements in his career, including being the first American to explore the ocean floor and serving as an aquanaut on the SeaLab III project. He is remembered as a pioneering astronaut and for his contributions to ocean exploration and science.
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RIP, Scott,
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I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Scott Carpenter. He was not only a pioneer in space exploration as one of the original Mercury astronauts, but also a dedicated scientist and engineer who contributed greatly to our understanding of the universe. His courage and determination to push the boundaries of human exploration will continue to inspire future generations of scientists and astronauts. May he rest in peace and his legacy live on through his contributions to science and space exploration.
1. Who was Scott Carpenter?
Scott Carpenter was an American naval officer, test pilot, and astronaut. He was one of the original seven astronauts selected for NASA's Mercury program, and became the second American to orbit the Earth on May 24, 1962.
2. How did Scott Carpenter die?
Scott Carpenter passed away on October 10, 2013 at the age of 88 due to complications from a stroke.
3. What was Scott Carpenter's role in the Mercury program?
Scott Carpenter was the pilot of the Mercury-Atlas 7 spacecraft, which was named "Aurora 7". He completed three orbits around the Earth during his mission, which lasted for almost five hours.
4. What other achievements did Scott Carpenter have in his career?
In addition to being an astronaut, Scott Carpenter was also a naval aviator and test pilot. He was the first American to explore the ocean floor in the Navy's SeaLab II project, and later served as an aquanaut on the SeaLab III project. He also wrote two novels and was a lecturer at the University of Colorado.
5. How is Scott Carpenter remembered today?
Scott Carpenter is remembered as a pioneering astronaut and a member of the "Mercury Seven" group of astronauts. He is also known for his contributions to ocean exploration and his passion for science and exploration. His legacy continues to inspire future generations of astronauts and scientists.
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