Problem cancels moon rocket test firing in Utah
(AP) -- A mechanical failure forced a NASA contractor on Thursday to call off the first test firing of the main part of NASA's powerful new moon rocket.
Space Exploration
Aug 27, 2009
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Bad valve forces NASA to call off shuttle launch
(AP) -- NASA called off the launch of space shuttle Discovery on Tuesday, the second day in a row the liftoff was scrubbed, this time because of a bad fuel valve.
Space Exploration
Aug 25, 2009
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Innovative spout will increase maple production up to 90 percent
An innovative new maple spout developed by the University of Vermont's Proctor Maple Research Center with funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture secured by Senator Patrick J. Leahy, will have a dramatic impact on ...
Other
Aug 18, 2009
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Biodegradable synthetic resin replaces vital body parts
Researchers at the University of Twente (UT) have developed a new type of resin that can be broken down by the body. This new resin makes it possible to replicate important body parts exactly and make them fit precisely. ...
Polymers
Jun 9, 2009
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Scientists test superjet technology in Australia
Australian and US scientists have successfully tested hypersonic aircraft technology which could revolutionise international flight, officials said.
Engineering
May 22, 2009
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NASA hopeful repairs will permit Sunday launch
(AP) -- NASA is unsure what caused the hydrogen gas leak that prevented space shuttle Discovery from flying, but nonetheless will attempt another launch Sunday.
Space Exploration
Mar 14, 2009
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NASA fuels Discovery for flight to space station
(AP) -- NASA fueled space shuttle Discovery for a night flight to the international space station Wednesday, following a month's delay to make sure the ship's valves are just right.
Space Exploration
Mar 11, 2009
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NASA aims for March 12 space shuttle launch
NASA is aiming to launch the space shuttle Discovery next month after repeated delays caused by critical valves. Shuttle managers said Wednesday they hope to launch on March 12, a full month after the original launch date ...
Space Exploration
Feb 26, 2009
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