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Come on out, the vacuum’s fine: SpaceX

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Commercial Ventures in Space: From Billionaires to Snack Sponsorships

This chapter explores the shift of space exploration towards private ventures, showcasing unique corporate partnerships that are creating new business opportunities, including the production of specialty materials. It humorously discusses the implications of consuming snacks like Doritos in a zero-gravity environment, highlighting the intersection of corporate interests and space travel.

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