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Space technology helps in fight against deadly bacteria

By Damir Beciri
2 Comments27 May 2011

microplaster-beta-version-atmospheric-plasma-device-1Technology developed during the long-running research conducted on the International Space Station is opening up a new way to keep hospital patients safe from infections. By using plasma (superheated, electrically charged gas), Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics director Gregor Morfill is developing ways to kill bacteria and viruses that can cause infections in hospitals…. »

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Space technology used for production of better glass

By Damir Beciri
11 May 2011

esa-fipexA technology used to measure oxygen atoms outside space vehicles is now being used in the glass industry to produce super-efficient energy-saving windows. Although it might not seem too important, modern architecture features large glass facades which need to be tough and have good insulating characteristics in order to counter heat loss during cold weather… »