STS-60

Description: (1994) STS-60 Discovery Launch - Wake Shield Facility (WSF); SPACEHAB-2

SPACEHAB module experiments that were activated included the Organic Separations payload, which is designed to investigate cell separation techniques for possible pharmaceutical and biotechnology processing, and the Equipment for Controlled Liquid Phase Sintering Experiment package, a furnace designed to explore the possibilities of creating stronger, lighter and more durable metals for use in bearings, cutting tools and electronics.
Date: Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Repeat Type: Monday, February 3, 2003 (every Year)
Priority: Medium
Access: Public
Category: Space Shuttle Launches
Created by: Stephen Meeks
Updated: Wednesday, January 2, 2008 10:12am

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