Liquid waste (urine) was collected in a Urine Collection Device, used in common by the crew of an Apollo spacecraft. Roll-on cuffs provided personal sanitary protection for the astronauts using the collection device. The urine was then transferred through the Urine Transfer Tube to a tank, from which the liquid waste was vented into space.
Fecal matter was sealed in a Fecal Bag with a liquid germicide and sealed again in an outer bag. This solid waste was then placed into a Sanitation Box built into the spacecraft.
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Trash waste in space is either collected and returned to Earth on cargo spacecraft, incinerated aboard certain spacecraft, or released into space where it will eventually burn up upon reentering Earth's atmosphere. Some longer duration missions are looking into methods for recycling and repurposing waste to make missions more sustainable.
Paper trash in space is typically stored on the spacecraft or space station until it can be disposed of properly during a scheduled resupply mission. Some paper waste may be incinerated on board to reduce the volume of trash. In the case of larger items, such as packaging materials or documents, they may be packed into cargo spacecraft and eventually burn up upon re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere.
Waste is disposed in space by sealing it inside bags or containers and then storing it on spacecraft or space stations until it can be brought back to Earth for disposal. Some waste can be ejected into space in designated containers that will burn up upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. Recycling and reuse are also key strategies to manage waste in space and reduce the need for disposal.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station use a specialized toilet that relies on airflow to pull waste away from the body. The waste is stored in a holding tank and eventually disposed of upon return to Earth. Solid waste is collected in bags and disposed of separately. The process is carefully managed to prevent any potential health hazards or contamination on the spacecraft.
Lasers should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations governing electronic waste. It is recommended to contact a certified electronic waste recycling facility for proper disposal of lasers to prevent harm to the environment. Do not dispose of lasers in regular trash bins.
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