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orbiter

[awr-bi-ter] / ˈɔr bɪ tər /
NOUN
space shuttle
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South Korea's Danuri orbiter had the best chance, having passed near the crash site shortly beforehand.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

When it debuts, the gallery will be the only place in the world with a complete shuttle stack, including orbiter, solid rocket boosters and an external tank.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

Two senators earmarked $85 million for the move to Houston—but safely shipping an 86-ton shuttle orbiter cross-country could prove a herculean feat.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 4, 2026

NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, Mars Odyssey orbiter, Curiosity rover, and Perseverance rover will contribute observations and navigation support.

From Science Daily May 11, 2026

This was one reason that each Viking lander was carried into Mars orbit with its orbiter, and descent delayed until the orbiter surveyed the landing site.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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