Following the molding operation, the housings travel to another area within the plant where the drills are hand assembled. After assembly, the drills undergo testing for such potential problems as noise and vibration and are then packaged. A battery charger for the 6213D was adapted for use in outer space by Makita Japan. The Makita cordless drill accomplished many tasks to prepare the space station for future astronaut teams. Specifically, members of the crew used the drill to attach handrails and fasteners to the walls of the Unity Module.
Astronauts use the handrails to pull themselves through the space station.
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