I was a Russian cosmonaut in space as the Soviet Union collapsed – your questions answered

Record-breaking cosmonaut Sergei Krikalev answers your questions on the twists and turns of the global space race

6.29pm BST

I'm afraid that's all we have time for, here's a parting note from Sergei:

Thank you so much for all your wonderful questions! I have just arrived in London (greeted by particularly London weather) and really look forward to spending the next few days here. Do svidaniya

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The Soviets vs the US

Good Day Sergei,
Can you tell me on the joint mission , what were the main differances between the soviet and US style of doing things, both appear to have very different ways of working and thinking and how did this change the way of working as a team on the whole, or your way of working compared to a soviet 'team'
many thanks

The Soviets used to train for the long duration flights and our style was tailored to that. Today, I don't see much difference, we work together on international programs and the styles are less distinctive