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flag Japanese scientists and Sumitomo Forestry developed a wooden satellite, LignoSat, using magnolia wood, aiming to reduce space pollution and promote sustainability.

flag Japanese scientists and Sumitomo Forestry have developed the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, using magnolia wood. flag This innovation aims to reduce space pollution from traditional metallic spacecraft, as wooden satellites burn into biodegradable ash upon re-entry, minimizing environmental harm. flag If successful, wood could become a viable construction material for more sustainable satellites.

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