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Second-grader's 'Rise' used as 0-gravity indicator

A small toy called "Rise" floated with the astronauts as their zero-gravity indicator.
Designed by second-grader Lucas Ye after participating in NASA and Freelancer's design competition, Rise was inspired by the iconic Apollo 8 "Earthrise" photo and features symbols like the moon and Orion constellation, reminding everyone that big dreams can start small.


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