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Japanese researchers for the first time have launched a wooden satellite called 'LignoSat' into orbit. This innovative apparatus, launched on November 5, 2024, is made entirely of wood, specifically the honoki wood traditionally used for making swords. LignoSat is positioned in trajectory approximately 400 kilometers above Earth. Its main objective is to test the resilience and durability of wood in space.

A special attribute of this wooden device is that it burns completely upon re-entering the atmosphere, leaving no harmful residues or pollutants. This helps reduce space contamination and debris.

Scientists are optimistic that in the future it will be possible to build wooden habitats and infrastructure on the Moon and Mars. This breakthrough has opened the path for sustainable innovation in space research and created pioneering opportunities in satellite construction.

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#462 🔬 ••••••	researchers rɪˈsɜː.tʃəz noun ••••••	People who study and investigate to discover new information or facts. ••••••	Researchers are working on innovative solutions. ••••••	scientists, investigators ••••••	laymen, generalists ••••••
#463 🪵 ••••••	wood wʊd noun ••••••	The hard fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk or branches of a tree or shrub. ••••••	Wood is being tested for its resilience in space. ••••••	timber, lumber ••••••	metal, plastic ••••••
#464 🛰️ ••••••	satellite ˈsæt.əl.aɪt noun ••••••	An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body. ••••••	Satellites provide critical data for research. ••••••	spacecraft, orbiter ••••••	ground station ••••••
#465 🛰️ ••••••	LignoSat ˈlɪɡ.nəʊˌsæt noun ••••••	A wooden satellite that demonstrates the use of wood in space technology. ••••••	LignoSat demonstrates the use of wood in space. ••••••	wooden satellite, timber orbiter ••••••	metal satellite ••••••
#466 🌍 ••••••	orbit ˈɔː.bɪt noun ••••••	The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon. ••••••	The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth. ••••••	path, trajectory ••••••	random movement ••••••
#467 🚀 ••••••	launched lɔːntʃt verb ••••••	Set (something) in motion by pushing it or letting it go. ••••••	The satellite was launched successfully. ••••••	deployed, sent ••••••	retrieved, grounded ••••••
#468 💡 ••••••	innovative ˈɪn.ə.və.tɪv adjective ••••••	Featuring new methods; advanced and original. ••••••	Innovative technologies drive progress. ••••••	creative, groundbreaking ••••••	conventional, traditional ••••••
#469 ⚙️ ••••••	apparatus ˌæp.əˈreɪ.təs noun ••••••	The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose. ••••••	The apparatus was designed to be eco-friendly. ••••••	equipment, device ••••••	absence, simplicity ••••••
#470 📈 ••••••	trajectory trəˈdʒek.tər.i noun ••••••	The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces. ••••••	The satellite followed its intended trajectory. ••••••	course, route ••••••	deviation, randomness ••••••
#471 🎯 ••••••	objective əbˈdʒek.tɪv noun ••••••	A thing aimed at or sought; a goal. ••••••	The main objective is to test sustainability. ••••••	goal, purpose ••••••	aimlessness, randomness ••••••
#472 💪 ••••••	resilience rɪˈzɪl.i.əns noun ••••••	The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. ••••••	Testing the resilience of wood is crucial. ••••••	strength, endurance ••••••	fragility, weakness ••••••
#473 🔧 ••••••	durability ˌdjʊə.rəˈbɪl.ə.ti noun ••••••	The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing. ••••••	The durability of materials affects performance. ••••••	longevity, toughness ••••••	frailty, fragility ••••••
#474 ⭐ ••••••	attribute ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt noun ••••••	A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something. ••••••	An important attribute of wood is its flexibility. ••••••	feature, quality ••••••	flaw, fault ••••••
#475 🗑️ ••••••	residues ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz noun ••••••	A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used. ••••••	The burning process leaves no harmful residues. ••••••	remnants, debris ••••••	purity, absence ••••••
#476 ☠️ ••••••	pollutants pəˈluː.tənts noun ••••••	A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment. ••••••	Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation. ••••••	contaminants, impurities ••••••	purifiers, cleaners ••••••
#477 ☣️ ••••••	contamination kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən noun ••••••	The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance. ••••••	Contamination of air leads to health issues. ••••••	pollution, impurity ••••••	purity, cleanliness ••••••
#478 💥 ••••••	debris ˈdeb.riː noun ••••••	Scattered pieces of rubbish or remains. ••••••	Space debris is a major concern for scientists. ••••••	rubble, waste ••••••	order, purity ••••••
#479 🏡 ••••••	habitats ˈhæb.ɪ.tæts noun ••••••	The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism. ••••••	Scientists envision habitats on the Moon. ••••••	homes, dwellings ••••••	exile, homelessness ••••••
#480 🏗️ ••••••	infrastructure ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər noun ••••••	The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise. ••••••	Developing infrastructure is key to progress. ••••••	framework, foundation ••••••	chaos, disorganization ••••••
#481 🚀 ••••••	breakthrough ˈbreɪk.θruː noun ••••••	A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development. ••••••	The breakthrough opens doors for new technology. ••••••	discovery, innovation ••••••	setback, regression ••••••
#482 ♻️ ••••••	sustainable səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl adjective ••••••	Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level. ••••••	Sustainable practices ensure environmental health. ••••••	eco-friendly, durable ••••••	unsustainable, temporary ••••••
#483 💡 ••••••	innovation ˌɪn.əˈveɪ.ʃən noun ••••••	The action or process of innovating; a new method, idea, or product. ••••••	Innovation drives progress in all sectors. ••••••	creativity, invention ••••••	imitation, stagnation ••••••
#484 🎯 ••••••	pioneering ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ adjective ••••••	Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original. ••••••	Pioneering efforts often lead to success. ••••••	groundbreaking, trailblazing ••••••	conventional, following ••••••
#485 🌟 ••••••	opportunities ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nɪ.tiz noun ••••••	A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something. ••••••	New opportunities arise with every innovation. ••••••	chances, possibilities ••••••	limitations, obstacles ••••••

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