"Benefits of Space" traveling exhibit at Bradbury Science Museum Oct. 8-9

The free exhibit is an opportunity for the public to learn about technology benefits derived from the U.S. space program, said Pat Berger of the museum, part of Los Alamos' Community Relations (CRO) Office. The exhibit is open to the public from 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. both days.

Many common, everyday items grew out of technology developed in the space program. "Things we now take for granted, like the common home smoke detector and cordless tools have grown out of technology derived from the space program. More recent technological developments include a miniature implantable heart assist device based on space shuttle fuel pumps and protective clothing that can be used for a variety of applications based on spacesuit technology," said Charlene Gilbert of NASA's Johnson Space Center, which owns and operates the exhibit.

"The Benefits of Space on Tour exhibit clearly depicts the many ways in which technologies derived from the U.S. space program impact everyone's daily life, and identifies tremendous potential for even greater future benefits to the public from the ongoing exploration of space," Gilbert said.

The semitrailer that houses the exhibit will be parked in the parking lot west of the museum at the corner of Central Avenue and 15th Street. The exhibit travels to about 50 special event sites across the country from February through November.

The exhibit, which includes audio and video exhibits and a surround-sound theater, takes approximately 30 minutes to view in its entirety. Registration is not required except for groups larger than 10. To schedule a group viewing, call 5-0896.

-- Steve Sandoval

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