NASA Technology Funding Cuts
NASA is due for another funding cut in 2012, but how wise is that? Some people might think that Space research is a waste of money, but it isn’t just space knowledge that we would be risking. NASA technology that has been researched over the years has made its way into our homes and businesses.
Some examples of NASA technology that we use would be:
1. The material used to make invisible braces for teeth actually came from NASA assisted ceramics research to protect the infrared antennae of heat-seeking missile trackers.
2. Scratch resistant lenses for glasses.
3. Memory foam which many of us enjoy for mattresses was originally developed by NASA for Space flight and later introduced into our homes.
4. Infrared thermometers were developed by NASA. You will know them as the thermometers that check your temperature by your ear.
5. The latest in shoe insole technology.
6. This one is a little obvious, but long distance communications. NASA developed satellites which have numerous uses for us today.
7. Adjustable smoke detectors.
8. Grooves in concrete to assist in safety on the roads.
9. Cordless tools like power drills.
10. Water filters were developed for Astronauts needing to cleanse the water they bring up into space to remove potentially harmful bacteria that may have formed.
As you can see there has been numerous contributions and these are just 10 of them. I think we should continue funding NASA because of the innovations that they bring.
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