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Sandia's low-density, environmentally friendly foam might save surfboard industry from a total wipeout

Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, Calif., have developed a low-density, energy-absorbing foam that, among other potential applications, could help avoid a complete wipeout for the nation's ...

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Interplanetary dust particles: reproducing GEMS-like structure in the laboratory

In a coming issue, Astronomy & Astrophysics presents new laboratory results that provide some important clues to the possible origins of exotic mineral grains in interplanetary dust.

Space & Earth /

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World's longest laser invented

Academics at Aston University in Birmingham, UK have invented what is thought to be the world’s longest laser. They have transformed an optical fibre 75 kilometres long into the laser, which the team hopes will ...

Physics /

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Double views from ERS tandem mission adding depth to Canadian wilderness maps

Unique views of Earth afforded by a pioneering twin ESA radar satellite flight has brought an extra dimension to maps of Canada's newest territory, the results winning praise from the Canadian government.

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Semi-automatic multimedia monitor tracks sponsorship

Corporate sponsors seek positive results from their investments. By automatically monitoring TV programmes and print media, a new system promises to keep sponsors and media analysts well informed and happy.

Technology /

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New Horizons Set For A Comfortable Cruise Out To Jupiter And Pluto Transfer

NASA's New Horizons spacecraft is proceeding according to plan on its way to Pluto and the outer planets via an encounter with Jupiter next year. The following is an update from the mission's principal investigator, S. Alan ...

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NASA Outlines FY 2006 Operating Plan

NASA has sent to Congress its operating plan for the remainder of fiscal year 2006, which runs until Sept. 30. Such plans, a formality required as part of the budget process, allow legislators to evaluate the proposed funding ...

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New Viewing Technique Bolsters Case For Life On Mars

New examinations of a Martian meteorite found nearly a century ago have strengthened the possibility that the red planet once harbored life.

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Shuttle Still Dominates But Exploration Vision Taking Over At NASA

The space shuttle continues to occupy the biggest budget line item in NASA's funding request for fiscal year 2007, but the agency will be devoting a large percentage of its spending to launch the new Vision ...

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Russian Rocket To Orbit Arab Satellite February 28

The launch of the Proton-M Russian carrier rocket with the Arab communications satellite ArabSat 4A has been scheduled for February 28 at 8:10 p.m. GMT at the Baikonur Space Center, the Russian Federal Space Agency said Monday. ...

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HP unveils new iPAQ wireless handheld

Hewlett Packard Monday introduced its latest iPAQ handheld wireless device, which included a new "push" e-mail feature developed by Microsoft.

Electronics /

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Russian Experts Pleased With Brazilian Space Program

Russian experts have largely praised the progress of Brazil's space program after checking preparations for the maiden voyage of the South American country's first astronaut.

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New technology enhances aircraft safety

New technology utilized by Rochester Institute of Technology engineers in Rochester, N.Y., is helping the U.S. Navy improve the safety of its aircraft.

Technology /

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Spirit Completes Fourth Mile On Mars

Spirit is healthy and continues to make progress toward "Home Plate" after driving more than 150 meters (492 feet), taking images, making atmospheric observations, and analyzing geology.

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Internet vid content jumps on mobile wave

In the thriller recut of the romantic trailer for "Sleepless in Seattle," a needy Meg Ryan stalks her next victim, the lonely widower Tom Hanks residing in the painfully overcast, rainy city.

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