Big Bang project may delay space shuttle's final flight

Friday, March 12, 2010 - 16:49 in Astronomy & Space

Scientists are still testing a possible design flaw in the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer, which could lead to clues about the beginning of the universe. Possible problems with a $2-billion physics experiment could delay the space shuttle's final flight and further complicate White House plans to retire the orbiter fleet this year.

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