Japanese scientists bet on an ancient material for their new satellite: wood
They tested three types: birch, cherry and magnolia ... magnolia for its lightweight properties and resistance to cracking. The wood was processed using a centuries-old Japanese woodworking technique ...
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'Magnolias in space': why scientists have created the world's first wooden satellite
The experts tested several types of wood, including Japanese cherry, but wood from magnolia trees proved to be the most vigorous. "Wood's ability to withstand these conditions astounded us," said ...
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Japanese scientists sent wooden satellite to space: we want to pitch it to SpaceX
The world’s first wooden satellite has been sent to space to prove that wood is a space-grade material, and, most importantly, biodegradable.
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Japanese Scientists Bet on an Ancient Material for Their New Satellite: Wood
They tested three types: birch, cherry and magnolia ... properties and resistance to cracking. The wood was processed using a centuries-old Japanese woodworking technique called “sashimono ...