Space jalopy
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Russian astronauts on board the Mir, were challenged by accidents constantly occurring in the space station since it started orbiting in 1987. Mishaps like coolant leaks, inefficient solar batteries and minor collisions did not overwhelm the crew but provided lessons for them.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1998
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Going to extremes
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The investigations of Mercury and Pluto planned by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration are discussed. The key features and orbits of each planet and the challenges of launching exploratory missions are described.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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End of an era
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The history and future use of NASA interplanetary spacecraft are discussed. The paths of Pioneer 10 and 11 and Voyager 1 and 2 are described and the arguments for keeping old spacecraft in commission are examined.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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