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If nature abhors a vacuum, then why doesn't the vacuum of space suck away all of the Earth's atmosphere?

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If "nature abhors a vacuum," then why doesn't the vacuum of space suck away all of the Earth's atmosphere?

How could a hotel orbit the Earth?

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A space hotel is currently under development by a European firm called Galactic Suite Limited. Learn about the development of the world's first space hotel.

How Solar Sail Technology Works

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What is a solar sail? How can you use sunlight to move a spacecraft in outer space? In this article, HowStuffWorks will show you how solar sail technology works, take an in-depth look at the Cosmos-1 mission and find out what solar-sails mean for future space travel.

How Solar Sails Work

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What is a solar sail? How can you use sunlight to move a spacecraft in outer space? In this article, HowStuffWorks will show you how solar sail technology works, take an in-depth look at the Cosmos-1 mission and find out what solar-sails mean for future space travel.

Can we live elsewhere in the universe?

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If you consider throwing down a welcome mat on the porch of the International Space Station the same as living "elsewhere," then yes. But what about the moon and destinations beyond?

Mars Is Littered With Over 7 Tons of Trash From Robotic Space Exploration

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Debris on Mars comes from three main sources: inactive spacecraft, discarded hardware and crashed spacecraft. What risk does this trash pose to current and future missions?

Are Creatures Living Among Us in Parallel Dimensions?

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We've yet to find intelligent life outside of planet Earth. But instead of space, should we be looking right here but in other dimensions?

Where Is the Hubble Telescope and How Does It Work?

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The Hubble Space Telescope is one of the most amazing machines in orbit right now. Learn more about the Hubble Space Telescope and how it works.

How will landing on Mars work?

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Landing on Mars will be one of the most dangerous and rewarding space missions. Learn how landing on Mars will further our understanding of space.

What Really Happened to Yuri Gagarin, the First Man in Space?

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He stood just 5 feet, 2 inches. But Gagarin cast an enormously long shadow in space exploration, both for his achievements and his mysterious death.

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