NASA's Iconic 'Meatball' Logo Celebrates 65 Years

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NASA's iconic "meatball" logo, designed by James Modarelli in 1959, celebrates its 65th anniversary. Despite being replaced by the "worm" logo in 1974, the meatball has remained a beloved symbol, re-adopted in 1992 and used alongside the worm today. The logo has adorned everything from astronauts' suits to Mars rovers and continues to be a popular emblem in both public and commercial spheres.
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