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Since its inception 40 years ago, the NASA Technology Transfer Program (TTP) has led the way for our Nation to benefit from cutting-edge aerospace technologies. In addition to contributing to U.S. economic growth, these technologies are improving the quality of life on Earth. The TTP transfers many of its technologies to industry for the development of commercial products. This issue of NASA Spinoff reflects upon the growth that has made these innovations available to the public. Covers the 10 NASA Space Centers & Lab., commercial benefits (health & med., transport., public safety, consumer/home/recreation, environ. & resources mgmt., computer tech., & industrial productivity/mfg. tech.). Commercial tech. network & affiliations.