Magazine Article

A Zero-Gravity Cup for Drinking Beverages in Microgravity

TBMG-11369

10/01/2011

Abstract
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To date, the method for astronauts to drink liquids in microgravity or weightless environments is to suck the liquid from a bag or pouch through a straw. A new beverage cup works in microgravity and allows astronauts to drink liquids from a cup in a manner consistent with that on Earth.

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"A Zero-Gravity Cup for Drinking Beverages in Microgravity," Mobility Engineering, October 1, 2011.
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Oct 1, 2011
Product Code
TBMG-11369
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Magazine Article
Language
English