Thailand Liquid Crystals in Space
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The TLC mission, launching mid-September 2025, is Thailand’s first liquid crystal experiment in space conducted in collaboration with U.S. ISS National Laboratory and NASA funded by PMU-B. It aims to develop high-performance LCDs, advance Thailand’s scientific expertise, and mark a proud step forward in the nation’s space journey.
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The launch of the rocket carrying Thailand’s “liquid crystal” research payload under the Thailand Liquid Crystals in Space (TLC) project has been rescheduled from the original date to September 15, 2025, at 5:02 a.m. (Thailand time), or 6:00 p.m. (U.S. time).
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Thailand’s First Payload in Space 🚀
🎉🎉Countdown to launch of the TLC (Thailand Liquid Crystals in Space) experiment aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 .
14 Sept 2025 (US) / 15 Sept 2025 (TH)
Thailand Liquid Crystals in Space (TLC in Space) is a Thai research initiative focused on investigating the behavior of liquid crystals under space conditions. The project aims to generate new knowledge with applications in both science and industry, highlighting Thailand’s role in advancing international space research..
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About Liquid Crystals
Studies on liquid crystals in space.
Liquid crystals can be categorized into several types, such as nematic, smectic, and cholesteric. Each type exhibits a distinct molecular arrangement that influences it is optical properties and potential applications, particularly in display technologies and smart materials.
What Are Liquid Crystals?
Liquid crystals are a unique state of matter that lies between solids and liquids. Their molecules are partially ordered like a solid crystal, yet retain fluidity like a liquid.
This structure gives them exceptional properties, enabling rapid and precise responses to heat, light, and electric fields.
Types of Liquid Crystals
Importance and Applications
The special characteristics of liquid crystals have led to widespread applications in everyday life, including LCD screens, electronic devices, sensors, and medical technologies. Moreover, studying liquid crystals in space reveals new behaviors that may inspire future innovations and advanced technologies.
Smart Glass
Smart windows on airplanes
Liquid Crystal Research
Exploring liquid crystals aboard the International Space Station.
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