{Morehead, Kentucky}...Scientists at Morehead State University have made contact with the Cosmic X-Ray Background Nanosatellite, a satellite built by the school that was one of many launched on a U.S. Department of Defense rocket on September 13th. Scientists expect it to remain in orbit for about a decade. University officials say the next step will be to assist the satellite to perform experiments, including taking measurements that could add insight to physics of the early universe. If the device is operational, it will be the first satellite built entirely in Kentucky to be launched and deployed.
