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RS wrote:
> . . .I'd like to find information regarding direct benefits to human
> life as a result of . . . the space program . . . Anyone know of
> such benefits off-hand, or where I can find this information?
While surfing the NASA site, I came across the following phamplet on
common things we use today that were developed as a result of NASA
programs.
http://exploration.nasa.gov/documents/Benefits1.pdf
The phamplet makes claims for -
LEDs (Light-emitting diodes) - used, well everywhere
Household smoke detectors - used in most American homes
Cordless power tools used in your home
Energy efficient turbofan jets that fly over your head
Improved Air Breathing units that firefighters wear
Ultrasound scanners used by doctors
The infra-red themometer
Infra-red cameras (used to find energy leaks in your home)
Portable community-wide water purification systems
- Canopus56
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