Disappearing frontier. Episode 33

Description

International Space Station: The increasing role of robotics in space. Using The Knowledge: Planned satellite project designed to map the wave patterns of every great ocean on Earth. Feature: Ocean waves transfer and maintain energy between the sea and the air. The Early Days: Housed in Columbia's 'Spacelab'- the most comprehensive study of human adaptation ever undertaken. Using The Knowledge: Virtual reality researchers are developing a head mounted display for the visually challenged. Enigmas: Grandest space adventures are given the green light. Disappearing Frontiers: Stennis Space Centre- why Louisiana's delta regions wetlands are rapidly disappearing.

Runtime

23 min

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Date of Publication

2002

Database

Alexander Street

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