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Researchers Look to Alien Soils for Heat Shield

A concept to make heat shields from the regolith of an asteroid, Mars or the moon faces testing.

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'Infrared: Beyond the Visible,' is a fast, fun look at why infrared light matters to astronomy, and what the Webb Space Telescope will search for once it's in orbit.

Webb Takes Viewers 'Beyond Visible Light'

STScI created the new video called 'Infrared: Beyond the Visible,' to help explain the purpose and benefits of using infrared light in astronomy.

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Dr. Matthew Mickens measures radish plants.

LEDs Used in Plant Growth Experiments

A group of plant biologists is seeking the answers as it works on one of NASA’s Advanced Exploration Systems Habitation Projects.

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    Expo Highlights Kennedy Innovations

    09.07.12 - Researchers, engineers and technicians highlighted some of their work at Kennedy during the Innovation Expo, along with hosting tours and exhibits.

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    Kick-Start Program Encourages Innovation

    09.10.12 - The Kennedy Kick-Start competition is a center-wide effort designed to increase exposure for these innovative ideas and increase the chances these concepts will make a positive impact.

  • Orion’s parachute drop testing

    A Canopy of Confidence: Orion’s Parachutes

    09.07.12 - Orion will be the most advanced spacecraft ever flown, and its parachutes have been designed with a return from exploration missions in mind.

  • Overcast skies didn't deter the 'Mighty Eagle,' flying high above the historic F-1 test stand -- formerly used to test turbopumps for Saturn first stage engines.

    'Mighty Eagle' Lander Aces Major Exam

    09.05.12 - The "Mighty Eagle" robotic prototype lander flew to an altitude of 100 feet and descended to a landing during a free flight Sept. 5.

  • Teammates from the University of Waterloo, Canada, team work with their robot on the practice field at the Sample Return Robot Challenge.

    Robots, Rocks and Rovers Featured on NASA 360

    08.31.12 - If you like rock stars -- of the roving, robotic variety -- here's your chance to see a NASA-sized competition that’s all about them.

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Yes, the James Webb Space Telescope Mirrors 'Can'

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NASA's 'Mighty Eagle' Robotic Prototype Lander Aces ...

Overcast skies didn't deter the 'Mighty Eagle,' flying high above the historic F-1 test stand -- formerly used to test turbopumps for Saturn first stage engines.
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