Backers of a failed mission to launch the world's first solar-sail spacecraft unveiled plans on Monday…
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Japan eyes solar station in space
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China says space plans peaceful
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NASA set for Atlantis launch November 16
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NASA successfully tests new tall moon rocket
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Second delay for Ares rocket test launch: NASA
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