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    Mars glacier lubricant could fuel rockets
    Source: New Scientist
    Tuesday 9th March, 2010  


    ROCKET engines could benefit from a natural Martian lubricant - but not to keep them oiled.

    A salty sludge that may be lubricating the ice caps of Mars could one day provide fuel. ...

    Read the full story at New Scientist


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