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Hurricane Strength Aug 05, 2021

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NASA and NOAA have joint satellites in space that use various wavelengths of light to monitor storms, including hurricanes.

Readied for Flight Aug 04, 2021

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NASA is finding ways to merge new technologies with those being readied for flight demonstration missions.

Spacesuits and Hot August Nights Aug 03, 2021

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As a professional NASCAR driver, he knew the suit he wore while racing used NASA spacesuit technology. Could that same technology be modified to protect cell phones from extreme heat or cold?

Many Stars Aug 02, 2021

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A NASA spinoff of the Groth Algorithm can be used to match the unique spots on animals.

Learning about Bees Jul 30, 2021

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Beekeepers, and other agricultural managers, can use NASA’s Earth science information to make sound decisions that will keep the bees buzzing all across the globe.

Ascension Island Jul 29, 2021

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The Ascension Island telescope has a unique feature, a double horseshoe mount, designed to track fast moving objects, giving astronomers eyes on orbital debris.

Mapping Oil Spills Jul 28, 2021

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A team of scientists recently conducted field tests off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. The goal? Use satellites in space to not only map oil spills, but to understand where the slicks are thickest.

Back from Black Jul 27, 2021

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The Hubble Space Telescope has returned to full operation, following recovery from a computer anomaly that suspended the telescope’s observations for more than a month.

Cold Traps Jul 26, 2021

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A detailed elevation map will help VIPER search for ice on the Moon.

Aviation Safety Jul 23, 2021

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The FAA is working with partners, like NASA, to increase the efficiency of our national airspace system.