In space. Episode 9
Description
Space Scientists: Again, we look at the benefits to life on Earth from research done for space travel. NASA Dart: This new automatic rendezvous system allows an object to find its way to a satellite unguided by man. Mars: Amazing discoveries from the voyager missions that have taught us more about the levels of frozen water found on Mars. Rosetta: A satellite that aims to land on a comet in 2014 and gather samples to help determine how the universe began. Hubble: We look at this incredible telescope that has provided crystal clear pictures of the galaxy since 1990. Space Youth: We head to the French Alps where 25 young science enthusiasts are invited and conduct varied experiments. Cambridge Space Camera: A new camera that will penetrate the Earth's atmosphere to provide clear images of space. Titan Probe: Amazing pictures and intrigue for scientists as Cassini orbits Saturn and its moon of Titan. Space Satellite Company: We visit a company in Surrey that is making reliable and efficient satellites. Mice Bone Loss: Special passengers were on the recent Endeavour launch to look further into osteoporosis.
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24 min
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Date of Publication
2006
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Alexander Street
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