Japanese researchers just sent the world’s first wooden satellite to space, as reported by CNN. LignoSat, named after the Latin word for wood, was developed by Kyoto University and a company called Sumitomo Forestry.

In a groundbreaking leap for sustainable space exploration, Japan has launched the world's first wooden satellite, aptly named

Made from an extremely durable wood often used for sword sheaths, the world's first satellite made from wood was launched into space on Monday.