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August 05, 2016

Russia's First Solar-Powered Satellite Completes Test Flight
Moscow (Sputnik) Aug 05, 2016
A prototype of Russia's first solar-powered atmosphere research satellite has successfully completed a 48-hour non-stop flight, the deputy head of the Russian Foundation for Advanced Research Projects, Igor Denisov, told RIA Novosti. "The experimental flight of this unmanned aerial vehicle, equipped with solar panels and batteries, lasted fifty hours and proceeded at an altitude of up to 9,000 meters," Igor Denisov said. The prototype of the first atmosphere research satellite, dubbed "Sova" ... read more

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Syrian regime forces roll back rebel gains in Aleppo

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