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Spinoff story
Meals for the Elderly
A real-world story of NASA technology finding a life beyond the mission.
About this technology
Overview
Meal system for the elderly is a cooperative program which is utilized to improve the nutritional status of elderly people using experience NASA gained in the manned space projects. Program seeks to fill gap by supplying nutritionally balanced food packages to elderly who are unable to participate in existing meal service programs. A seven pack" is designed for mailing as well as personal delivery and can be stored without refrigeration for as long as two years."