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Exploring our Solar System and unlocking the secrets of the Universe
Go to topicProtecting life and infrastructure on Earth and in orbit
Go to topicUsing space to benefit citizens and meet future challenges on Earth
Go to topicMaking space accessible and developing the technologies for the future
Go to topicA 1970's documentary which outlines NASA's plans for a space shuttle and space station. Organised as follows: computer simulations of space shuttle and space station; simulation system at Houston's manned spacecraft centre, using footage from the Apollo 14 mission; shuttle landing simulator; animations showing deployment by shuttle of space station core module, and attachment of subsequent components; uses of the space station - pollution monitoring [with earthviews], solar observation [with solar images], development of new materials.