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NASA’s moon rocket was so powerful scientists detected an unexpected effect

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NASA’s Artemis II moon mission temporarily disturbed Earth’s ionosphere, new research suggests. Scientists say the powerful SLS rocket and later engine burns created unusual changes that could have briefly affected GPS positioning.

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    NASA’s Artemis II moon mission temporarily disturbed Earth’s ionosphere, new research suggests. Scientists say the powerful SLS rocket and later engine burns created unusual changes that could have briefly affected GPS positioning.

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