Monthly Archives: June 2009

Japan andIndia Will Grow Algae in Space

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Rashid Faridi

Japan and India plan to launch their first joint space research project this year, an experiment in growing plants in zero gravity, said a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency researcher. The two Asian powers are set to launch a small and … Continue reading →

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Sunday:The Longest Day of the Year

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Rashid Faridi

If you’ve been waiting for the chance to get more done during the day, Sunday was your day, but only by a fraction of a second. Like a giant timepiece, Earth and sun are configured for the summer solstice once … Continue reading →

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Mars Lake Held as Much Water as Lake Champlain

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Rashid Faridi

Scientists have discovered the striking remnants of an ancient lake. Though dry and frigid now, the traces it left behind hint at a water body younger than any other on the planet, and its sediments are a prime target for … Continue reading →

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Global navigation satellite system

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Rashid Faridi

Worldly Navigation System (WNS) is the standard generic term for satellite navigation systems that provide autonomous geo-spatial positioning with global coverage. GNSS allows small electronic receivers to determine their location (longitude, latitude, and altitude) to within a few metres using … Continue reading →

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