Docking Collection (page 5)

Poisk docking module before flight
Poisk docking module seen during flight preparations at Baikonur Cosmodrome. Poisk, also known as Mini Research Module 2, is a small multi-purpose module for the International Space Station

Mission to Mars, artwork
Mission to Mars. Computer artwork of a manned Orion crew exploration vehicle (lower left) approaching its mission rocket in orbit around Earth

Space hotel. Artwork of a futuristic space hotel in Earth orbit. Beneath the space hotel, a supply spacecraft is attempting to dock

Germany - Early Zeppelin docking at a floating hangar
Germany - Early Zeppelin airship docking at a floating hangar

Ships in Dock
A large cargo steamship in Dock, alongside a row of low barges. Watercolour sketch by Raymond Sheppard Date: circa late 1940s

Union Workhouse, Docking, Norfolk
Entrance to the Docking Union workhouse, Norfolk. The building, designed by John Brown, was opened in 1836 at a site on Heacham Road to the west of Docking

Liverpool / Boats 1820
Boats docking in Liverpool

Fishermans Wharf, Macau, China, Asia

Lake Como, Italian Lakes, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Milking sheep on a farm in Lazonby Cumbria UK
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Colourful prahu (fishing boats) lining the beach, Amed, Bali, Indonesia

Pont Neuf and tour boats on the River Seine at sunset, Paris, France, Europe

Boat harbour, Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Docking Station on Mars for Visiting Rockets

Port of Barcelona C18Th
A view of a section of the port of Barcelona including Moorish (North African) & European merchants & their ships

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"Docking: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step into the captivating world of docking, where history intertwines with innovation, and destinations are reached through skillful maneuvering. From Carrickfergus Castle & Harbour in Co Antrim, Ireland to the bustling Circular Quay where a Freshwater Class Ferry gracefully docks, this timeless practice has left its mark on various corners of our planet. In 1936, The Sphere Orient Number took us back in time as we witnessed the art unfold before our eyes. Meanwhile, fate played its hand when R 101 embarked on her final flight only to tragically crash the next day. This reminder of both triumph and tragedy showcases the risks involved in such daring endeavors. Fast forward to 1969 when news reports filled our screens with awe-inspiring images from the Soyuz docking mission. As mankind ventured beyond Earth's boundaries for the first time, hearts raced with anticipation as two spacecrafts connected in space—an extraordinary feat that forever changed our perception of what is possible. Closer to home lies Docking in Kings Lyn, Norfolk—a place where The Well stands tall as a testament to maritime heritage while The School echoes with whispers of knowledge passed down through generations. These humble settings remind us that even amidst grand adventures, it is important not to forget one's roots. The year 2010 marked another milestone as the International Space Station became a hub for interstellar rendezvous. Progress supply vessels approached this celestial marvel like cosmic dancers performing an intricate routine—each movement meticulously calculated for a seamless connection between man-made wonders suspended above us. But docking isn't limited solely to spaceships and castles; it extends its reach across land and water alike. In Baveno on Lake Maggiore or Hobart Town surrounded by sailboats swaying gently under azure skies—the act becomes an elegant dance between vessel and shore—a momentary pause before embarking upon new adventures.