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Attempting a Democratic Technology.

  • Published In: Issues in Science & Technology, 2025, v. 41, n. 2. P. 105 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: LOGSDON, JOHN M. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Attempting a Democratic Technology" discusses NASA's development of the space shuttle as a democratic technology belonging to the nation. The text highlights NASA's efforts to engage the public in space exploration, including diversifying astronaut recruitment and allowing non-astronauts to fly on the shuttle. However, the article also acknowledges the challenges and failures of the shuttle program, such as the Challenger and Columbia disasters, leading to a shift away from public engagement initiatives. The space shuttle is recognized as a symbol of American space leadership, but the article questions the effectiveness of public engagement in sustaining political support for the program. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Issues in Science & Technology. 2025/01, Vol. 41, Issue 2, p105
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0748-5492
  • DOI:10.58875/ayrq3837
  • Accession Number:182549987
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