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March 24, 2014

NASA Mars Rover's Next Stop Has Sandstone Variations
Pasadena CA (JPL) Mar 25, 2014
Variations in the stuff that cements grains together in sandstone have shaped the landscape surrounding NASA's Curiosity Mars rover and could be a study topic at the mission's next science waypoint. On a journey with many months yet to go toward prime destinations on the lower slope of Mount Sharp, Curiosity is approaching a site called "the Kimberley." Scientists on the team picked this location last year as a likely place to pause for investigation. Its informal name comes from a northwest ... read more

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Arianespace Launches ASTRA 5B and Amazonas 4A On Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 22:04 UTC,Arianespace carried out the 59th successful Ariane 5 launch in a row, orbiting two telecommunications satellites: ASTRA 5B for the Luxembourg-based operator ... more		Helpful Wind Cleans Solar Panels On Opportunity Mars Rover Opportunity is exploring 'Murray Ridge' on Solander Point, part of the rim of Endeavour Crater. The rover continues to investigate the region called 'Cook Haven.' On Sol 3603 (March 13, 2014), ... more		U.S.military ramps up tech capabilities to improve effectiveness Maintaining US space dominance requires rapid and reliable delivery of new systems India signs $7 bn deal for 97 domestically made fighter jets		When Waters Rise: NASA Improves Flood Safety Flooding is the most frequent and widespread weather-related natural disaster, taking a huge toll in lives and property each year. NASA Earth-observing satellites and airborne missions provide vital ... more
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