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The four astronauts will conduct 22 experiments during their mission, primarily concentrating on the health of the crew. Notably, they aim to capture the first-ever X-ray images of a human in space, examine exercise limitations on blood flow to preserve muscle and bone mass, and cultivate mushrooms in microgravity as a potential space crop.
Interestingly, the chosen trajectory suggests that the planning emphasizes the mission’s uniqueness, as the tests themselves do not strictly require a polar orbit.
The crew began their training for the mission in 2024, honing their skills in extreme environments in Alaska and at SpaceX’s California headquarters. The Front mission is anticipated to last between three to five days.