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Earth Return capsule tested by NASA
12.12.15
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently tested a Earth return capsule as part of its Flight Opportunities Program, where NASA is looking to make its launch systems reusable.
The Earth return capsule, called Maraia, being developed by NASA is aimed to return expensive scientific equipment from the International Space Station rather than just leaving it to orbit the Earth.
The capsule was launched using a rocket developed by UP Aerospace, who also mounted cameras on the rocket to capture the test process.
Result: A breath taking video of the launch, separation and slow return of the capsule to Earth.
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