In 1996, Endeavour released a coffee-table-size package that inflated into a 46-foot antenna; the tennis-court-size structure worked for several hours in space

In 1996, NASA's Endeavour shuttle achieved a significant milestone by launching an inflatable antenna experiment that expanded to the dimensions of a tennis court. This innovative apparatus was part of a mission that also included critical instruments to repair the Hubble telescope's defects. Additionally, Endeavour produced Earth's first detailed topographical map, showcasing cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking scientific explorations.