NASA's First Two-way End-to-End Laser Communications Relay System
NASA is demonstrating laser communications on multiple missions – showcasing the benefits infrared light can have for science and exploration missions transmitting terabytes of important data.
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Science in Space: Robotic Helpers
One way to make the most of crew time is using robotic technology either to assist crew members with various tasks and or to completely automate others.
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NASA ScienceCasts: ECLSS on Station
The International Space Station’s Environmental Control and Life Support System, known as ECLSS, provides clean air and water to the crew — making life aboard the Space Station possible.
Learn More About ECLSSResearch Results Contributing to Deep Space Exploration
Over the past few months, scientists shared the outcomes of space station studies that could help us recover more water from life support systems, construct Moon bases, grow plants in space, and more.
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Research Opportunities
The ISS provides the safest, and most efficient capability to test, improve, and qualify advancements in space flight hardware.
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