Researchers hope this experiment will pave the way for more sustainable materials in space construction.
When one thinks of material that can survive space, wood doesnt exactly come to mind.
The orbital experiment paved the way for LignoSat to take flight.
Illustration of the Lignosat wooden satelliteKyoto University
Unlike traditional satellites, those made primarily of wood will burn up entirely when reentering through Earths atmosphere.
And it doesnt just stop at satellites.
Lets hope the timber can survive its first six-month stay in space.
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