First "artisanal" satellite made from wood launched into space

Japanese scientists blended traditional woodworking techniques with state-of-the-art electronics to fashion the world's first wooden satellite. On Monday, a SpaceX rocket carried the 'CubeSat'—just four inches by four inches on each side—to the International Space Station for launch into orbit next month. — Read the rest
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