# Artemis II astronauts encountered a minor technical issue with the Orion spacecraft's toilet shortly after launch.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-02 · The Economic Times*

## Key points

- Artemis II astronauts encountered a jammed fan in the Orion spacecraft’s urine collection system.
- Solid waste collection on the Orion toilet remains functional despite the urine system malfunction.
- Ground teams are providing contingency instructions for urine collection while repairs proceed.
- The Artemis II Universal Waste Management System offers a private compartment with a door, unlike Apollo missions.

**Companies:** NASA, Canadian Space Agency
**Countries:** United States, Canada

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