Space Foundation Press Releases

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 5, 2004) — Exhibitors and their guests at Strategic Space 2004 can learn about space technology products that are improving life on Earth. The Space Certification Program is co-sponsor of the Exhibitor Lounge, which will feature information and displays of some of the program’s leading partners. Products on display include Tempur-Pedic’s…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sep. 13, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today that Silhouette Optical’s Titan Minimal Art (TMA) Opthalmic and TMA Sunglass products have been officially recognized as Certified Space Technology. After an exhaustive selection process NASA chose Silhouette’s Titan Minimal Art (TMA) eyewear for use by Shuttle crews beginning in 2000. TMA eyewear…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sep. 7, 2004) — Only a few days remain to register for Strategic Space 2004 and still enjoy an advanced purchase price that would save $145 off the industry rate and $150 from the government rate. The reduced rates are available through Friday, 10 September. Scheduled for 5-7 October at Omaha’s Qwest…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sep. 2, 2004) — A lot has changed in the space industry during the past 50 years and educators soon will have the opportunity to be inspired by NASA astronauts and military leaders who will share a glimpse of early space achievements. This special Space in the Classroom program, hosted by the…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 23, 2004) — Top military leaders, government officials, and executives from throughout the space industry will soon meet in Omaha to discuss the programs, policies and issues affecting our strategic forces at the Strategic Space conference. Strategic Space 2004 is scheduled 5-7 October at the Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center and…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 19, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today that EcoQuest International’s Fresh Air purification product has been officially recognized as a Certified Space Technology. “Fresh Air” by EcoQuest uses technology originally developed in cooperation with NASA to clean the air in spacecraft by removing airborne pathogens. Titanium Dioxide (Ti02), a photo…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 12, 2004) — The Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF) and the Coalition for Space Exploration will partner to bring the exciting and inspirational themes of the Vision for Space Exploration to educators and students across the nation. Established after the 1986 Challenger disaster by Central Florida business and community leaders, the AMF…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 10, 2004) — **Editor’s note: Since the posting of this release, Gen Myers had to cancel his participation. Gen Richard B. Myers, USAF, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Gen James Cartwright, USMC, Commander, United States Strategic Command, will both participate as featured speakers at Strategic Space 2004. Presented by the…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.(Jul. 30, 2004) — With still more than two months before the conference begins, more than 30 industry companies featuring the latest in technologies, systems and solutions supporting the United States Strategic Command have secured a space to display their wares in the more than 8,000-sq. ft. exhibit hall at Strategic Space 2004,…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jul. 26, 2004) — The National Space Society and the Coalition for Space Exploration have agreed to join forces to help promote greater public understanding of and support for the nation’s new Vision for Space Exploration. “The National Space Society has established itself during the past 30 years as a highly effective…