SpaceX's Fram2 mission successfully launched a crew of four astronauts into a unique polar orbit. However, the mission commander Chun Wang detailed a difficult adjustment phase, emphasizing the common problem of space motion sickness. Symptoms struck the crew hard, leaving them feeling nauseous and unable to take in the breathtaking views through the capsule's cupola due to the overwhelming discomfort. This experience underscores a growing concern as more inexperienced individuals venture into space, potentially facing similar challenges, as 60-80% of astronauts have reported facing space adaptation syndrome.
"The first few hours in microgravity weren't exactly comfortable. Space motion sickness hit all of us - we felt nauseous and ended up vomiting a couple of times."
"It felt different from motion sickness in a car or at sea. But even a small sip of water could upset your stomach and trigger vomiting."
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