Franklin Chang Díaz
Astronaut and physicist, Apollo missions
Born
April 5th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Costa Rica
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An astronaut and physicist with a background in both Costa Rica and China, contributed significantly to space exploration. Participated in seven spaceflights as a part of NASA's Shuttle program, making extensive contributions to science and technology during missions such as STS-61-C and STS-107. Founded a private space exploration company focused on advanced propulsion systems, aiming to facilitate future missions to Mars and beyond.
Completed seven spaceflights with NASA
Founded the Ad Astra Rocket Company
Developed plasma rocket technology
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