NASA inventions we use every day
From memory foam to aluminized Mylar, you can thank NASA for these inventions
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We're all familiar with NASA's astronomical advances, but you may be surprised to find out that some of their inventions might be in your home, or even on you, as you read this. Since it was founded in 1958, NASA has invented all sorts of technology to solve the peculiar problems of space exploration. And some of these inventions have been licensed to companies to make products. Known as "spinoffs" in NASA lingo, today, you can basically find these inventions everywhere.
Click through to discover NASA's everyday inventions.