Topic: space shuttle
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America's Lunar Lag: How to Close the Gap with China
NASA's acting chief Sean Duffy has publicly declared the U.S. will beat China to the Moon, aligning with presidential expectations, but insiders acknowledge significant disadvantages that may delay this goal. Former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has warned that without major changes, the U.S...
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SpaceX's Starship Faces Same Critical Flaw That Doomed NASA Shuttles
SpaceX aims to catch returning spacecraft mid-air using mechanical arms to enable rapid reusability, a technique demonstrated with the Super Heavy booster. The primary challenge is perfecting Starship's heat shield to prevent tile loss and damage, requiring extensive testing and design improvemen...
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NASA Closes Columbia Artifact Repository to Public Tours
NASA is closing public access to the Columbia artifact repository to create a dedicated internal space for employee reflection and education. The agency is developing the Columbia Learning Center to provide unrestricted access for Kennedy personnel, reinforcing mission values and safety lessons. ...
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