Space jalopy

Article Abstract:

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.

Author: Chien, Philip
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1998
Safety and security measures, Russia, Astronauts, Space stations, Mir (Space station)

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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.

Author: Moyer, Michael, Chien, Philip
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
Management, Mercury, Mercury (Metal), Pluto (Planet)

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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.

Author: Chien, Philip
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
Usage, Finance, Space flight, Interplanetary voyages, Spacecraft, Planets, Space vehicles

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Subjects list: Discovery and exploration, Outer space, Space exploration, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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