NASA tests new heat shield tech with space cargo return
NASA tested next-generation heat shield materials by launching 12 small capsules on a departing cargo ship from the International Space Station. Packed with sensors, the capsules collected real re-entry temperature and pressure data on established and experimental protective materials, including 3D-printed and flexible, stitched-together types. The capsules transmitted their data back to researchers before burning up in the atmosphere.
- 12 experimental capsules carried heat shielding samples
- Sensors measured temperature, pressure, and more during re-entry
- Included 3D-printed and flexible, stitched-together materials
- Data sent live to researchers before burning up
- Results could impact future Moon and Mars missions
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