The world's first wooden satellite, LingoSat, made from hinoki wood, aims to explore sustainable alternatives to metal satellites in space, addressing pollution and debris concerns.
Designers from Sumitomo Forestry and Kyoto University believe that wood can serve as a viable and eco-friendly substitute for metal in satellite construction, reducing aluminum oxide pollutants.
LingoSat's innovative design showcases traditional Japanese craftsmanship, with screws or glue substituted for dovetail joints, minimizing the use of metal components in its construction.
The experiment seeks to evaluate wood's resilience in space, testing its ability to withstand extreme temperatures and shield electronics from radiation, while reducing environmental impacts.
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