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Rather than using a pencil, astronauts needed a pen that would write while they were in space. So the pen was invented. On earth, they will write regardless of whether you are upside down or rightside up.

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Was the zero gravity pen originally proposed for a mission which one?

the zero gravity pen was originally proposed for a mission. It was the Apollo 5 and up


How was the zero gravity pen originally used in space?

The zero gravity pen was originally used in space so astronauts wouldn't have to find a pen for example if the zero gravity pen floats then the astronauts would be able to see where a pen is because if the pen did not float then if one of the astronauts needed to write something down they would have to write.


Did the zero gravity pen change any when it is used on earth?

The zero gravity pen has never been changed or updated because it is almost flawless and nobody has anything to add to it.AnswerThe zero gravity pen relies on the polarity of water in the ink to induce the capillary action to draw ink down to the ball of the pen. Since this doesn't rely on gravity, there is no change when the pen is used on earth.


Why austraunots create a pen?

the pen which is used on earth is not made considering zero gravity effect if this pen is used in space the ink can flow out easily so astronaut has made a pen considering zero gravity


Did the designformor function of the zero gravity pen change when it was adapted for use on earth?

Yes, the design of the zero gravity pen was adapted to work on Earth by incorporating a pressurized ink cartridge, which allows the pen to write in any orientation. This modification enhanced the pen's functionality while maintaining its original design for use in zero gravity environments.


Is a papermate pen an anti gravity pen?

No, a Papermate pen is not an anti-gravity pen. An anti-gravity pen is a common term for a pen that works in zero gravity, while Papermate pens are everyday pens typically used on Earth with normal gravity.


Is there any kind of pen that works in space?

There is a pen appropriately named the Space Pen (also known as Zero Gravity Pen) produced by the Fisher Space Pen Company. The pen itself is also advertised to write underwater.


How much money did NASA spend on making a pen that writes in space?

Nothing. NASA did not invent the Zero Gravity Pen. It was invented by Paul Fischer. It's a common urban legend.


How do astronauts write in space or zero gravity?

The astronauts use space pen to write in space or zero gravity.The Space Pen (also known as the Zero Gravity Pen), marketed by Fisher Space Pen Company, is a pen that uses pressurized ink cartridges and is claimed to write in zero gravity, upside down, underwater, over wet and greasy paper, at any angle, and in extreme temperature ranges.The Fisher Space Pen was invented by American industrialist and pen manufacturer Paul C. Fisher and is manufactured in Boulder City, Nevada, USA. Paul C. Fisher first patented the AG7 "anti gravity" pen in 1965. Pens claiming some or all of the same abilities have also appeared on the market from other manufacturers.


Why cant you use pencil in zero gravity?

I think you mean a pen. A pen isn't able to be used in zero gravity because the ink needs to move to the ballpoint where the ink exits. Thus, pens need the ink to flow to the tip of the pen so it comes out the ball roller, which without gravity won't work as well.


How much zero gravity is there in space?

Zero! that's why it is called zero gravity!


Do pens work in space, and if so, how do they function in a zero-gravity environment?

Yes, pens can work in space. In a zero-gravity environment, pens use a pressurized ink cartridge and a special mechanism to push the ink out onto the paper. This allows the pen to write without relying on gravity to pull the ink down.