What are the names of all the space spinoffs?
The influence of the space program has by now become so
pervasive and is so quickly assimilated into our living patterns
that we tend to take much of it for granted.
Sometimes spinoffs are things that we could not live without,
such as satellites for communications, broadcasting, and weather
forecasting. Often they are simple things, like saran wrap or
aluminum foil. Sometimes they help us have fun by improving upon
designs for sports equipment.
The following is a very brief sampling of a few of the spinoffs
that make our lives healthier, more fun, and safer.
10 Best NASA Spinoffs:
Life's DHA and ARA
Algae- and fungus-based baby formula additives that are
chock-full of brain-developing fatty acids.
Liquidmetal
A unique alloy-also known as metallic glass-that's more flexible
and twice as strong as titanium.
Paragon CRT contacts
Lenses that reshape your corneas while you sleep, temporarily
fixing nearsightedness.
LifeShear LS-100 Cutter
Pyrotechnic cutting tool that's 50 percent lighter and 70
percent cheaper than older explosive-powered choppers. FEMA uses it
for rescues.
Zeno
A zit-zapping device that transmits heat to pimples, causing the
offending bacteria to self-destruct.
EagleEyes StimuLights
Specs built for poor light-they let in vision-enhancing rays
while blocking those that muddy your vision.
Insuladd
An additive consisting of hollow ceramic microcapsules that turn
ordinary paint into insulation.
GameReady Injury Treatment System
Based on spacesuit tech, these wraps provide precise cold and
compression therapy.
PRP Powder
Beeswax microcapsules that absorb oil and float at the surface
to help clean up spills.
Field Scout CM-1000 Chlorophyll Meter
A plant stress detector that can sense nitrogen levels.