Project Chicken Little

Article Abstract:

NASA studies on the probability and effect of comet or asteroid hitting the Earth were prompted by US Congress in 1990. Despite beliefs that such an impact wiped out dinosaurs, there is little chance that any of the over 3,000 known asteroids and comets crosssing the Earth's orbit will hit.

Cover Story, Meteors, Comets

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Fire starter: is that a fire in his belly, or is Dan Goldin just burning down the house?

Article Abstract:

Daniel S. Goldin's appointment as NASA administrator has ushered in a new era in the space agency's management. Goldin discusses his plans for NASA and his personal outlook on space issues.

United States, Interview, Science and technology policy, Astronautics and state, Space policy

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Dan Goldin's legacy: an appraisal

Article Abstract:

The work of Dan Goldin as administrator of the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is assessed, with focus on the difficulties he has faced and his management style.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Space transportation

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