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Meet Nathalie Quintero: The Venezuelan Aerospace Engineer

News / February 16, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading

The next chapter in space exploration is set to take off in the first half of 2024 with the Artemis 2 mission and a Venezuelan aerospace engineer, Nathalie Quintero is playing a crucial role in its success.

Venezuelan Engineer Designs Protection System for SLS Rocket

Society and Culture / January 29, 2023 / 8 minutes of reading

NASA successfully launches Artemis I mission with a lightning protection system designed by Venezuelan engineer Carlos Tomás Mata. The three towers minimize electromagnetic exposure, reducing the likelihood of atmospheric discharges hitting the SLS rocket.