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On 2002-03-27 16:00, Donnie B. wrote:
... The capsule really did get cold after the explosion and resulting loss of power. This issue has been much discussed on this board. Almost no one who has investigated the issue thoroughly has any doubt that this is exactly what should and would happen in such a case -- and, in fact, it did.
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Our local paper today had a section celebrating NASA's 40th anniversary (cake and punch are being served in the lobby). It included an article on the benefits society has derived from space exploration.
Interestingly, one such benefit mentioned is the insulation being used in houses now. It is thin sheeting with an aluminized surface that reflects 95% of the sun's radiant energy. It is based on the insulation developed for and used in the Apollo program.