The swallows of space

Article Abstract:

Scientists at a workshop were planning missions for the Discovery program, a series of inexpensive, quick, limited-purpose space missions. The program has the strong endorsement of NASA head Daniel Goldin, who decries big expensive missions and bureaucracy in his own agency.

Space research and technology, Space sciences

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Big decisions

Article Abstract:

The Clinton Administration has proposed a $2.3 billion budget for the planned space station Freedom, under the requirement that it must be redesigned. NASA must find ways to reduce costs of designing and building the station while retaining its capabilities.

Clinton, Bill, Science and technology policy, Space stations

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Le plutot possible: planetary exploration

Article Abstract:

Space scientist Robert Staehle's plans for a Pluto space flyby include using a smaller, faster spacecraft than previous probes used. Even using two of the smaller crafts would be cheaper and cut as much as four years from the trip.

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