Update
10-09-2015
Content Type
Multimedia
Grade Level
Sixth grade, Seventh grade, Eighth grade
Object Type
Video
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In this 5:02 video, students learn about the everyday applications of polyimide foam, one of NASA’s inventions of the year. This low-density foam was developed for applications in the space program but can also be used as a fire-resistant insulation for ships or to reduce airplane noise.