Tupperware helps astronauts grow food in space

Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Oct-16 Fri 06:33

https://www.hortidaily.com/article/9259556/tupperware-helps-astronauts-grow-food-in-space/

2020-Oct-16 Fri 06:33

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Tupperware Brands announces the issuance of a U.S. patent for PONDS (Passive Orbital Nutrient Delivery System), a device designed to grow vegetables in low earth orbit with minimal maintenance."We are proud to have received a patent for the unique and novel design of PONDS," said Miguel Fernandez, Chief…

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