Photo: NASA
The International Space Station Expedition 32 Crew Patch pays tribute to the significance of the science being conducted aboard ISS for current and future generations. The arch shape of the patch is a symbol of the "doorway" to future space exploration possibilities. The flame in the top-portion of the patch stands for pursuit of knowledge and highlights the importance of education as a key to future human space flight. The astronaut symbol is depicted in the patch circling Earth to acknowledge the work of all Astronauts, past, present and future. The names of each crew member located on the border of the patch are written to honor the various cultures and languages on the mission. The flags of on the patch depict the home countries of the Expedition 32 crew members. Earth is featured as the backdrop of this patch.
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