NASA showcases ‘spinoff` technologies
Thursday, February 9, 2012 - 09:01
in Astronomy & Space
Contrary to popular belief, Tang, Velcro and Teflon (along with the zero-gravity space pen) arent derived from NASA technology. NASA has, however, developed numerous technologies over the years, which are featured in annual Spinoff reports. Yes, memory foam mattresses are in fact one such product developed from NASA technologies.