The Space Store

Repairs to a spacecraft can present unique challenges. Two of the more known telescopes the Hubble and the Kepler became in need of repair after being launch into orbit. The Hubble approached the challenge of repairs threw it’s design to be serviced in space. The Hubble’s design made it one of the largest telescopes. The Hubble contained state of the art imagery technologies that...

Laser beams have been used for space communication systems since their inception in 1960. Scientists believed that laser had the potential to transfer data at very high speeds, but also needed specific advancements in systems engineering and component performance, particularly for space-compatible hardware. Developments in data formatting, component technology and system architecture over the last couple of years have made laser communication systems in...

  Janet, a 42 year old astronaut at the time working for NASA's Johnson Space Center, was referred to physiotherapist because she had a hard time balancing while walking. Her physician ruled out any other cause for this condition and zeroed in on the long-term stay in zero gravity of space. Additionally, she had trouble concentrating at her new job and experienced trouble while...