Starshine Sparking

The Starshine 2 satellite launched from the shuttle orbiter Endeavour Dec. 16 is being visually tracked by thousands of students around the world in a major educational program to measure atmospheric density. The 86-lb. spacecraft is covered with nearly 900 mirrors that will produce bright flashes...

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