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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Japan working on 1st ever biodegradable satellite, made of magnolia wood
For the mission, many types of wood were tested, including Japanese cherry wood, before magnolia came out the winner after a year-long exposure to outer space onboard the ISS. Doi himself visited ...
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The world’s first wooden satellite was launched into space
The satellite is made from magnolia wood, which was historically used for samurai sheaths. The world’s first wooden satellite ...
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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 ...
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Japan launches the world’s first wooden satellite into space
On 5, 2024, Japan’s wooden satellite went up into space aboard an unmanned SpaceX rocket to test timber for space exploration. Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry developed the ...