The Challenge of Space Flight

This image, taken with the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope, shows the central region of galaxy NGC1313.

Leading scientists and engineers discuss aspects of the nation's space program in this series produced by Harold K. Halpern and Robinson "Bob" Costigan.

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Satellites in the Nation's Space Program

Nearly everything you ever wanted to know about satellites in 1962.
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The Challenge of Spaceflight: Communication and Navigation Satellites

Leading scientists and engineers discuss the role of communication and navigation satellites in the nation's space program.
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The Challenge of Space Flight: Planetary Exploration

The quest to reach other planets and the issues involved.
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