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prototype

[proh-tuh-tahyp] / ˈproʊ təˌtaɪp /


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But in February, Nasa changed that plan and said the mission would fly only in low Earth orbit, barely deeper in space than the International Space Station, and dock with prototype lunar landers.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The $100 million federal funding for D-Wave is contingent on research and development milestones, including prototype delivery.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The economist can now build her own simulation, the doctor can prototype a clinical decision tool, and the logistics manager can write his own optimizer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

SpaceX is required to provide the Space Force with a fully operational prototype by the end of next year.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Long before America’s aircraft manufacturers placed one of their newly conceived flying machines into production, they sent a working prototype to the Langley laboratory so that the design could be tested and improved.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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