COOL THINGS FROM SPACE

These are some of the scientific and technological developments made possible through the research of space technology:

• Special food packaging that makes food last longer and reduces waste
• Laser-etched product markings which are easier for taking inventory than "bar code" systems
• Super-powerful water filters that can be used to remove harmful bacteria and bad tastes or smells from up to 45,000 liters of water!
• Trash compactors that can be operated without electricity (Luke Skywalker & Princess Leia, watch out)
• Emergency rescue blankets good for especially cold weather Oil spill cleanup!
• Tiny balls of beeswax containing live microorganisms and nutrients are poured onto an ocean surface where oil has spilled from a shipping accident.The microorganisms consume and digest the oil seeping through the microcapsules, and the contaminated water is prevented from spreading.
• Personal lightning detectors -- pointed at clouds to detect invisible intracloud lightning.

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