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Astronauts Release Wooden Satellite From Space Station

Frank Landymore
28 January 2025
7 min
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Constructed without nails, screws, or glue, the satellite uses ancient Japanese techniques. In space on-board sensors will monitor how the wood weathers in extremely cold temperatures, and how well the material shields electronic components from radiation.
READ: Astronauts Release Wooden Satellite From Space Station.

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