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Science, Technology, Communications---Legislative Policy Area

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: Field Values for Legislative Policy Area Term Vocabulary. (2023, August 2). https://www.congress.gov/help/field-values/policy-area

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Innovative Solutions: Protective Space Suits for Astronauts , August 19, 1962

 Item — Box 16: Series CAC_CC_31_6_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 21
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_6_16_21_15
Scope and Contents Scientists are working on developing a protective suit for astronauts working outside their spacecraft in space. Current full-pressure suits are not adequate to protect astronauts from extreme temperatures on the moon or in space. Engineers have proposed a multi-layered coverall garment with insulation to control heat input and loss. The suit aims to keep the astronaut's body temperature at 75 degrees while in contact with the body. Special attention is given to protecting the hands and helmet,...

Monument of American Enterprise: Dedication of Space Technology Laboratories , June 29, 1962

 Item — Box AD 7: Series CAC_CC_31_7_0000_0000_0000; Series CAC_CC_31_10_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 38
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_7_7_38_0001
Scope and Contents The text discusses the dedication of a new Center for Space Technology Laboratories and highlights the achievements and attributes of the employees. It also mentions the conflict between socialism and free enterprise, specifically in the context of a communications satellite system. Senator Kerr expresses support for private ownership of the system and emphasizes the importance of free enterprise in driving technological advancements.