shield
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"We have high confidence in the system and the heat shield and the parachutes and the recovery systems we put together," Kshatriya said.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
That mission seemed like a success, but when crews began inspecting the heat shield on the bottom of the uncrewed capsule after splashdown, they noticed a problem.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Other governments in Asia have been rolling out a slew of stopgap measures to shield consumers and businesses against an energy-driven inflation shock, with many announcing price caps and subsidies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
What remains is re-entry into Earth's atmosphere - the moment that caused so much anxiety after Artemis I, when unexpected heat shield damage triggered an investigation that delayed this mission by more than a year.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
There was a flash of white light, so bright Koffi had to shield her eyes.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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