Space missions have significantly advanced solar technology by pushing the limits of efficiency, durability, and lightweight design. To power spacecraft far from Earth, engineers developed high-efficiency solar cells and innovative materials that now benefit everyday solar panels. From satellites to Mars rovers, the need for reliable, compact energy in space has driven breakthroughs that continue to shape our clean energy future.

How the Space Race revolutionized digital photography, turning NASA's space innovations into the foundation of modern cameras on Earth.