SOURCE: AFI
– The mysterious metal object that washed ashore on Green Head beach in Western Australia last year has found a new home. Confirmed to be the third stage of an Indian Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), the giant metal dome will soon be on display at the Scitech Planetarium.
The discovery of the rocket debris sparked widespread curiosity and speculation when it was found in July 2023. Authorities cordoned off the area while experts investigated its origins. India later confirmed that the object indeed belonged to one of its PSLV rockets.
Now, this piece of space history will be showcased at the Scitech Planetarium, offering visitors a unique opportunity to see firsthand a part of a rocket that has traveled through space. The planetarium plans to incorporate the debris into an exhibit that will educate the public about space exploration, rocket science, and the challenges of space debris.