Air Force launches space plane 1 day after delay
The Air Force has launched a second experimental space plane that resembles a small shuttle.
Space Exploration
Mar 6, 2011
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A solution that counts: Long-standing mathematical conjecture finally proved
(PhysOrg.com) -- A conjecture presented in 1985 – the Andrews and Robbins conjecture – has recently been proved for the first time. It is thus clear that the structure which goes by the name of "totally symmetric ...
Mathematics
Jan 25, 2011
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Eyes, ears of US military take shape in high-tech labs
A Global Hawk robotic plane, hovering more than 11 miles above Afghanistan, can snap images of Taliban hide-outs so crystal clear that U.S. intelligence officials can make out the pickup trucks parked nearby - and how long ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Nov 18, 2010
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Swiss solar plane confirmed as multiple record-breaker
Aeronautical authorities on Friday confirmed world records for a Swiss solar-powered aircraft that flew around the clock in July, including those for the longest and highest flight by such an aircraft.
Energy & Green Tech
Oct 29, 2010
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Swiss solar plane completes flight across Switzerland
Switzerland's sun-powered plane Solar Impulse flew across the country Wednesday, in a new achievement following its historic 24-hour flight.
Energy & Green Tech
Sep 22, 2010
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Solar plane plans first flights across Switzerland
The team which successfully conducted a round-the-clock flight powered by the sun, Solar Impulse, said Tuesday it is planning three test flights across Switzerland as it ramps up preparations for long-haul journeys.
Energy & Green Tech
Sep 7, 2010
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Pilotless drones show new face of war at Farnborough
Pilotless drones, remote-controlled military aircraft destined to play a vital role in combat, took a high-profile place at the Farnborough air show this week.
Engineering
Jul 22, 2010
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Swiss team plans to fly solar plane all night
(AP) -- A Swiss team hoping to fly a solar-powered plane around the world in 2012 says it plans to take a prototype for an all-night spin later this month.
Energy & Green Tech
Jun 17, 2010
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Air Force: winged robotic spacecraft launched
(AP) -- An unmanned Air Force space plane resembling a small space shuttle has been launched on its maiden voyage into orbit, carried aloft aboard an Atlas 5 rocket Thursday evening, the service announced.
Space Exploration
Apr 23, 2010
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Solar-powered plane makes successful maiden flight
(AP) -- At the pace of a fast bicycle, a solar-powered plane took to the skies for its maiden flight Wednesday, passing an important test on the way to a historic voyage around the world - a journey that would not use a ...
Energy & Green Tech
Apr 7, 2010
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