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Through the analyses of gases and fluids preserved within salt crystals, the team extended the direct record of Earth’s ...

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Satellites are moving closer to Earth as very low Earth orbit gains attention. This article explains the benefits, technical challenges, and research behind VLEO satellite operations and future use ...