Getting a flat tire on your bike can make you late, cost money to fix, and is just an overall hassle. Fortunately, flat tires may be a thing of the past as The Smart Tire Company is innovating with NASA's designs to bring their airless titanium tires to the public. The tires … [Read more...] about These indestructible NASA space tires will soon be available for everyone
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NASA uses Navajo language to name rocks and soil on Mars
After successfully landing on the neighboring planet last month, NASA’s Perseverance rover is now ready to explore its ground. Its first scientific focus is a rock named “Máaz” — the Navajo word for “Mars.” That’s just one nickname among many others that have been given to … [Read more...] about NASA uses Navajo language to name rocks and soil on Mars
NASA is building quiet plane wings to reduce noise pollution at airports
When we think of aircraft noise pollution, the first thing that likely comes to mind is the roar and whine of jet engines that propel the large vehicle through the sky. However, an airplane’s fuselage and wings are also to blame. This is called aerodynamic noise and is the result … [Read more...] about NASA is building quiet plane wings to reduce noise pollution at airports
DC NASA headquarters renamed after agency’s first Black female engineer
Mary Jackson, NASA’s first Black female engineer, was one of the scientists featured in the film Hidden Figures. Now, the pioneering engineer will be honored as NASA renames their DC headquarters the Mary W Jackson Headquarters Building. The new name became official with a … [Read more...] about DC NASA headquarters renamed after agency’s first Black female engineer
NASA aims to introduce electric systems to commercial airplanes by 2035
NASA’s reputation may be centered around outer space exploration, but the reality is that America’s space agency has made great contributions to life down on Earth. In that light, NASA has announced a new partnership with the aviation industry in order to bring electric systems … [Read more...] about NASA aims to introduce electric systems to commercial airplanes by 2035
