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External burning

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Computer simulations and wind tunnel tests have revealed a low pressure area behind the experimental X-30 aircraft that slows its acceleration through the speed of sound. Researchers are hoping that hydrogen fuel pumped outside the aircraft will burn and reduce the low pressure.

Author: Stover, Dawn
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1992
Research, X-30 (Aircraft)

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Nanoskins for Mars

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A description is presented of the development of a nanoskin material which changes color when damaged. This material could be used to coat inflatable structures housing astronauts exploring the planet Mars and warn them of faults in the structures.

Author: Stover, Dawn
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
Equipment and supplies

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Shortcut to Mars

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Issues are presented concerning the simulation exercise which is being undertaken by six people in the Canadian Arctic. The crew will live in accommodation units in conditions similar to those on the planet Mars.

Author: Stover, Dawn
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
Tests, problems and exercises, Physiological aspects, Space simulators

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Subjects list: Mars (Planet), Discovery and exploration, Astronauts
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