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NASA Develops Unique Materials for the Next Generation of Aircraft.

Ackson Kondwani Mwenda

This Jetoptera J-55 Unmanned Aerial System uses parts created with NASA Glenn’s silicon carbide materials. Images and quotes courtesy NASA/Jetoptera As NASA looks to the future of flight, the agency is investing in technologies aimed at changing the aviation industry as … Continue reading NASA Develops Unique Materials for the Next Generation of Aircraft.

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NASA’s Mars Helicopter Drone completed final cruise stage testing.

Ackson Kondwani Mwenda

The Mars 2020 mission involving NASA’s newly named rover — Perseverance — received a significant boost following the completion of important testing at the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Activities to measure mass properties of the Cruise Stage vehicle were performed on the … Continue reading NASA’s Mars Helicopter Drone completed final cruise stage testing.