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Volvo Aero to participate in developing NASA's next space shuttle
NORDIC BUSINESS REPORT-14 December 2006-Volvo Aero to participate in developing NASA's next space shuttleC1994-2006 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com
Tags: NASA, space shuttle, Volvo
Research articles 2006-12-14
The Space Shuttle Decision 1965-1972. (Books).
History of the Space Shuttle Vol 1 History of the Space Shuttle Vol 1
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Research articles 2003-03-07
Lockheed Martin Space Systems Michoud Operations holds visit for
Lockheed Martin Space Systems Michoud Operations held a visit for the first astronauts to return to space next year on the National Aeronautics and Space Administration space shuttle. Michoud is redesigning the shuttle's external fuel tank according to safety standards set by the Columbia Accident Investigation Board, which reviewed construction...
Tags: Lockheed Martin Corp., space shuttle
Research articles 2004-04-26
HDNet to Broadcast Launch of Space Shuttle Discovery
Historic Mission Set for Launch Tuesday, October 23 at 11:38 A.M. ET
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Research articles 2007-10-22
NASA approves new design for shuttle external tank fitting.(Tech Spotlight)
NASA is moving ahead with plans to redesign a part of the Space Shuttle external fuel tank that investigators believe played a critical role in the Space Shuttle Columbia accident. The Space Shuttle program will soon begin manufacturing and installin NASA is moving ahead with plans...
Tags: NASA, space shuttle, tank
Research articles 2004-09-01
SRI International Applies Expertise to Ensure Smooth Space Shuttle Lift-Off; Fracture Physics Researchers Study Kinetics of Explosive Nut Fracture and Stud Release
MENLO PARK, Calif. -- SRI International, an independent nonprofit research and development organization, today announced that researchers in its Center for Fracture Physics (http://www.sri.com/psd/fracture/) are working with National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA engineers to ensure a smooth lift-off of the 5-million-pound Space Shuttle from its mobile launch platform.
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Research articles 2006-03-02
Kinesix Provides Critical Software for NASA Space Shuttle's Mission Support Operations Contract
HOUSTON -- Kinesix Software has renewed maintenance agreements that will ensure the continued use of its SammiR graphical-interface software as part of the Mission Support Operations Contract MSOC for NASA's space shuttle program. The MSOC covers mission operations and ground systems support for the Mission Control Center MCC at Johnson...
Tags: NASA, software, space shuttle
Research articles 2006-06-05
Alcoa Fuels NASA's Return to Flight with Space Shuttle Discovery; Alcoa Employee Honored at Space Shuttle Launch
PITTSBURGH -- Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it fueled NASA's return to flight today by supplying products and solutions to the NASA Space Shuttle Program including the aluminum powder that boosted Space Shuttle Discovery into orbit.
Tags: Alcoa Inc., NASA, space shuttle
Research articles 2005-07-26
HDNet boards Shuttle for its return voyage.(Brief Article)
DALLAS -- HDNet will provide live HD coverage of the Space Shuttle's return to action. The Space Shuttle Discovery and its seven--member crew are scheduled to embark on NASA mission STS-114 July 13 from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, an...
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Research articles 2005-07-11
NASA delays launch of space shuttle Atlantis
By Mike Schneider
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Research articles 2006-08-27
ISRAEL: FIRST ISRAELI ASTRONAUT NAMED TO 2001 SHUTTLE.(Ilan Ramon)(Brief Article)
According to Israel Line (Sep. 29), Israel's first astronaut was named to a 2001 space shuttle flight by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration on Thursday, Israel Radio, KOL YISRAEL reported. Israel ... According to Israel Line (Sep. 29), Israel's first astronaut was named...
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Research articles 2000-10-02
Next space shuttle will have less foam; Copper swap.(News)
Byline: Matt McClellan In an attempt to prevent future accidents, NASA is using a heated copper plate to replace some of the foam insulation that protects the space shuttle's fuel tanks from freezing. The agency has been concerned about chunks o ...
Tags: foam, NASA, space shuttle
Research articles 2004-08-30
Shuttle diplomacy.(engineering requirements for the Space Shuttle program)
Most of the Space Shuttle program's engineering designs are nearly 30 years old. Thus, upgrading the space shuttle entails a multitude of engineering designs which in turn means a substantial amount of changes in the set of risks for astronauts. A substanMost of the Space Shuttle program's engineering designs are...
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Research articles 1999-03-01
Space Shuttle Carries Lockheed Martin Solar Energy Converter.(Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News)
Dec. 1--Soaring from Earth aboard Space Shuttle Endeavor Thursday night, a team of astronauts is about to visit the orbiting International Space Station to fix a chronic electrical shortage, and most of the world should soon be able to see their work Dec. 1--Soaring from Earth...
Tags: Lockheed Martin Corp., solar energy, space shuttle
Research articles 2000-11-30
NASA's decision. (Palm Beach County).(Pratt & Whitney layoffs)(Brief Article)
NASA's decision not to renew a space shuttle booster engine contract ... NASA's decision not to renew a space shuttle booster engine contract with Pratt & Whitney will result in 100 layoffs at the contractor.
Tags: layoff, NASA, Palm Inc., Pratt & Whitney, space shuttle
Research articles 2002-12-01
Lockheed wins $1B space shuttle pact - Government Activity
Bethesda, Md.--Lockheed Martin beat out Rockwell International and McDonnell Douglas for the $1 billion-plus next-generation Space Shuttle contract. The win, announced by Vice President Gore last week, is expected to pave the way toward privatization of the space program.
Tags: Lockheed Martin Corp., space shuttle
Research articles 1996-07-08
NASA Gives 'Go' for Space Shuttle Launch on March 11
To: TECHNOLOGY EDITORS To: TECHNOLOGY EDITORS
Tags: NASA, space shuttle, Technology
Research articles 2008-02-29
Cleared for liftoff: industrial engineering is front and center in space shuttle safety at NASA.
Historically, NASA has aggressively expanded initiatives to improve safety in the space shuttle program. One such initiative was Industrial Engineering for Safety, which was created to make improvements across the NASA hierarchy of safety by focusing Historically, NASA has aggressively expanded initiatives to improve safety...
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Research articles 2005-10-01
NASA to use MATSI Alkaline-Air batteries on space shuttle
ATLANTA--BUSINESS WIRE--Feb. 3, 1995--MATSI Inc. announced Friday that NASA will be using the company's Alkaline-Air batteries on all space shuttle flights, beginning with the mission scheduled for launch Feb. 23.
Tags: battery, NASA, space shuttle
Research articles 1995-02-03
SPACEHAB Receives Response from NASA Regarding Claim for Losses on Space Shuttle Mission
HOUSTON -- SPACEHAB, Incorporated (Nasdaq/NMS:SPAB), a leading provider of commercial space services, today announced its receipt of NASA's determination regarding the Company's claim for loss of its Research Double Module that was destroyed during the STS-107 space shuttle tragedy. NASA's determination states that its liability is limited to the contractually...
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Research articles 2004-10-06