* Astronomy

Tiny Satellite Has Big Potential

In recent years advances in science have made sophisticated technology smaller and more affordable.  Smart phones and pocket sized GPS units are just a couple of examples.
At the rate things are going, it may be possible for us to launch our own personal satellites someday.
In fact, it's already being done by some universities.
VPR's Steve Zind tells us how a Vermont physics professor is working with students to send a satellite into orbit next spring.
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