🛸 US company reveals largest capsule ever built for human space travel

Plus: ESA satellite crashes back to Earth, ending 29 years of space mission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 February 22, 2024 | [Read Online]( 🚀 US-based firm, Space Perspective, the world's first carbon-neutral spaceflight experience company is aiming to redefine space exploration by using high-tech balloons to transport individuals to the edge of space. Recently, they unveiled Excelsior, the largest spaceflight capsule ever made. Taber MacCallum, the CTO, highlighted its significance, emphasizing their mission to redefine space travel accessibility. 🚨 Access the insights from the mechanical engineering world. 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