NASA Tests Dual Mode Propulsion CubeSat Ahead of Launch
NASA engineers have finished testing a compact spacecraft with advanced propulsion systems that could improve spaceflight efficiency and safety. The satellite, called ASCENT, is designed to use non-toxic fuels in different modes for various types of maneuvering. Tests were conducted at the Marshall Space Flight Center.
Why it's good news: It could lead to more efficient and safer space travel.
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