World's First Wooden Satellite Successfully Launched into Space

A wooden satellite, LignoSat, developed by Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, has been launched to the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX mission. The satellite, made of magnolia wood, will be deployed to test its durability in space, potentially paving the way for more sustainable materials in space construction. Previous tests showed wood's resilience to cosmic rays and solar particles, suggesting it could reduce space debris and environmental impact compared to traditional materials. The experiment aims to explore wood's viability for future space structures, including habitats on the Moon and Mars.