Bringing the Future into Focus Destination Tomorrow Series - Program 4

Communicates knowledge resulting from NASA's aeronautics and space technology programs. NASA researchers discuss new and developing technologies that will benefit current and future generations. This program displays NASA's Hyper-X Program, a hyper-trip to space is a little closer with a new scram jet engine design; the designing of lightweight materials stronger than steel; and a retired NASA engineer who was the father of hand gliding. Excellent resource for high school and adult learners. (30 min)