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March 10, 2014

NASA Tests New Robotic Refueling Technologies
Greenbelt MD (SPX) Mar 09, 2014
NASA has successfully concluded a remotely controlled test of new technologies that would empower future space robots to transfer hazardous oxidizer - a type of propellant - into the tanks of satellites in space today. Concurrently on the ground, NASA is incorporating results from this test and the Robotic Refueling Mission on the International Space Station to prepare for an upcoming ground-based test of a full-sized robotic servicer system that will perform tasks on a mock satellite client. ... read more

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CubeSats, SmallSats and MicroSats

Bright pulses of light could make space veggies more nutritious Exposing leafy vegetables grown during spaceflight to a few bright pulses of light daily could increase the amount of eye-protecting nutrients produced by the plants, according to a new study by res ... more		UNL Microgravity Team develops pill to be used to monitor astronauts' vitals The Microgravity Team at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is making strides in producing technology to aid in the health of astronauts - and NASA is taking notice. The team, which is a part ... more		North Korea says US missile shield plans risk 'nuclear war' in space Israel military says intercepted two projectiles fired from Yemen N. Korea detains another official over warship launch accident		Raytheon receives contract modification on JPSS Common Ground System Raytheon has received a $185 million modification from NASA on its current Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) Common Ground System (CGS) contract, which is intended to increase the capability and c ... more
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Ecliptic RocketCam Captures Sirius Antenna Deployment In Geo Orbit

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Raytheon receives contract modification on JPSS Common Ground System

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Soldier's Network Update: US Army Capability Set 14 to Include AN/PRC-155 Manpack Tactical Radios

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Russia to Start Building New Manned Rocket Launch Pad in 2015

New Vostochny space center a key priority for Russian Far East

McMurdo Announces Global Availability of Maritime Fleet Management Software

Fifth Boeing GPS IIF Spacecraft Sends Initial Signals from Space

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Sierra Nevada Completes Dream Chaser Flight Profile Data Milestone		Payload prep continues for Arianespace Soyuz for Sentinel-1A		US aviation agency to appeal drone ruling		For US forces in Africa, spy drones in short supply		Israel says long-range rockets aboard 'Iran arms ship'

Singapore to buy Airbus refuelling tankers for air force

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Interactive simulator for vehicle drivers

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Saving planet goes from video game to real-world craze

Nigeria seeks to conquer African video games market

Video games offer hope for autistic children

Pakistan's gaming industry breaks culture barriers

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Yahoo buying binge continues with Vizify takeover

US businessman sold trade secrets to China: jury

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