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NEXT Provides Lasting Propulsion and High Speeds for Deep Space Missions
Ion propulsion used to exist only in the imagination of science fiction writers. But after years of research and development NASA is poised to equip some of its most important deep space missions wi ... more
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Curiosity Rover Detects No Methane On Mars
Data from NASA's Curiosity rover has revealed the Martian environment lacks methane. This is a surprise to researchers because previous data reported by U.S. and international scientists indicated p ... more
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Robotic Arm Goes to Work on Rock Target
Opportunity is at the northern edge of 'Solander Point' on the rim of Endeavour Crater. The rover is investigating the geologic contact at the base of Solander Point.
On Sol 3426 (Sept. 12, 20 ... more
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Wind Tunnel Testing Used to Ensure SLS Will 'Breeze' Through Liftoff
Environmental factors, like wind gusts, can factor into an aircraft's performance. NASA's new heavy-lift launch vehicle, the Space Launch System (SLS), is no exception when it comes to Mother Nature ... more
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