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Kepler: the mission that keeps on giving

Extrasolar Times • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🔬 Science Space Exploration
  1. The NASA Kepler mission discovered over 3000 exoplanets, more than half of all known exoplanets.
  2. Even after mechanical issues, engineers repurposed the Kepler telescope for the K2 mission and found new planets.
  3. In the final K2 campaign 19, two new planets and a planet candidate were discovered through intense observation and validation.

Trump's Space Farce Is Enforcement Of Starlink's Digital Prison.

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policies Space Exploration Government Surveillance National Defense
  1. The series 'Space Force' aims to justify the Space Force program under the facade of defending civilian scientific research.
  2. Starlink, a space-based satellite system, serves as a digital prison controlled by the Pentagon and Elon Musk.
  3. Cell phones are disguised digital prisons that allow for surveillance and potentially harmful targeted attacks.
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The Magical Telescope and the Starry Adventure

Once Upon A News • 0 implied HN points • 08 Apr 23
🔬 Science Space Exploration Astronomy Discovery Technology Adventure
  1. A group of wise stargazers dream of discovering the oldest twinkling lights in the sky and need a magical telescope.
  2. The magical telescope, James Webb Space Mirror, could see things invisible to the naked eye and helped find the oldest twinkling lights.
  3. The stargazers find the oldest lights made of hydrogen and helium, and continue their starry adventure to uncover more mysteries of the universe.

Tippets #188

Tippets by Taps • 0 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Space Exploration Venture Capital Data Access Tech industry
  1. Nvidia's market cap hit $2 trillion after a high-profile earnings call, spotlighting CEO Jensen Huang's leadership and insights on the future of computing.
  2. Reddit signed a $60 million/year deal with Google for content access to train AI models, emphasizing the growing importance of data access in the AI industry.
  3. The U.S. landed Odysseus spacecraft on the moon for the first time since 1972, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.

Is your organisation based on PowerPoint or Excel?

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 02 Mar 15
🔬 Science Space Exploration Organizational Structure Decision-making Data Collection Collaboration
  1. Organizational structures based on PowerPoint and Excel can lead to different outcomes in data collection and decision-making processes.
  2. Team PowerPoint emphasizes collective decision-making and qualitative trade-offs, leading to comprehensive analyses of common phenomena.
  3. Team Excel focuses on specialized knowledge with separate teams managing instruments, resulting in very complete and specialized data collection but less collaboration.

Slow your roll, naysayers

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 13 Nov 14
🕹 Technology Internet Social media Media Online Dating Space Exploration
  1. Social networks struggle to shut down online abusers like Mateus Prado Sousa, despite evidence of their harm.
  2. Modern media focuses on diving deep with newsletters, podcasts, and explainers rather than traditional journalism.
  3. Online dating now starts offline, changing the approach to connecting with potential partners outside real-life social circles.

More interesting things in robotics

Robots & Startups • 0 implied HN points • 16 Aug 21
🕹 Technology Robotics Space Exploration
  1. Ispace Technologies raised $46 million in their Series C funding round to continue their lunar ice exploration in cis-lunar space.
  2. Third Wave Automation secured $40 million in their Series B funding round to support their cloud robotics offerings.
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More interesting things in robotics this week!

Robots & Startups • 0 implied HN points • 07 Aug 21
🕹 Technology Robotics Space Exploration Machine Learning
  1. Ispace Technologies raised $46 million in Series C funding for space resource exploration and lunar ice delivery in cis-lunar space.
  2. Third Wave Automation secured $40 million in Series B funding for cloud robotics and machine learning technology for material handling.
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How Much Does it Cost to Settle in Space?

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 22
🔬 Science Astronomy Space Exploration Technology Innovation Engineering
  1. We are entering a new era of space exploration, with more opportunities for civilians to visit space. This means that soon, regular people might be able to experience space travel too.
  2. Companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are launching rockets more frequently, making space travel more accessible. This increase in launches suggests that the cost of going to space may decrease over time.
  3. The idea of settling in space is becoming more realistic, but it will still involve significant financial investment. People interested in exploring this frontier should prepare for the expenses that come with it.

Man on the Moon

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 12
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policies Legislation Political History Space Exploration
  1. Newt Gingrich proposed building a permanent base on the moon, reflecting ongoing interest in space colonization. This idea goes back to his 1981 legislation about space territories.
  2. The process of granting statehood has historically faced numerous complications, largely due to Congress having too much discretion without clear rules. This caused political challenges and tensions in the past.
  3. Gingrich's plan for moon statehood shares problems with earlier proposals. It lacks constitutional backing, leaving room for Congress to change the rules easily later on.

The Hellish Reality of Venus

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 22 Aug 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Atmospheric science Planetary Science Environmental Impact Space Exploration
  1. Venus has a very thick atmosphere mostly made of carbon dioxide, which traps heat and creates extreme temperatures of about 464°C. This causes a runaway greenhouse effect, making Venus one of the hottest places in our solar system.
  2. In the past, Venus might have had liquid water and a more Earth-like climate. But intense heating from the Sun caused water to evaporate, leading to the loss of its oceans and transforming it into a dry, barren planet.
  3. Earth is not immune to similar environmental issues. If we keep increasing greenhouse gas emissions, we could face severe climate changes in the future, highlighting the need for immediate action to protect our planet.

The Birth of NASA’s Global Change Program in the 1980s

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jun 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Earth Science Space Exploration Climate Policy
  1. In the 1980s, NASA began focusing on studying how Earth's systems interact and impact our climate. This was important because it highlighted the need for global cooperation to understand climate change.
  2. Ronald Reagan's presidency pushed for significant advancements in space exploration, leading to ambitious plans for a space station. His administration emphasized scientific progress and international collaboration in space.
  3. A key report from scientists stressed the urgency of monitoring environmental changes. It called for a comprehensive program to study how human actions are affecting the planet and its ability to support life.

Mission to Planet Earth: NASA's Ambitious Plan to Study Our Home from Space

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Environmental Policy Space Exploration Climate Science
  1. NASA started the Earth Observing System in the late 1980s to study our planet's environment from space. This ambitious project aims to gather data on climate change and other global changes.
  2. George H.W. Bush's administration emphasized environmental issues and initiated significant space programs, but some of his team questioned the focus on big projects instead of immediate climate actions.
  3. Scientists like James Hansen argued for quicker solutions to climate change problems, suggesting smaller, faster satellites to gather essential data without waiting for larger projects to complete.

A Photo from Space: A Captivating View of Our Fragile Planet

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Global Warming Space Exploration Environmental Science Climate Policy Sustainability
  1. The first photo of Earth from space was taken in 1946 by a camera on a V-2 missile. It's interesting to think how early we started capturing our planet from above.
  2. The Apollo 8 mission led to iconic images like 'Earthrise' which changed how people viewed our planet. This photo made many realize how fragile and small Earth really is.
  3. Before the space age, people saw their environment as just their immediate surroundings. The photos from space helped expand our view to the entire planet and increased awareness about caring for it.

Pioneering NASA's Earthly Applications

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
🔬 Science Space Exploration Meteorology Technology advancements Environmental Science
  1. NASA launched its first successful weather satellite, TIROS-I, in 1960. This satellite changed how we observed and studied weather patterns from space.
  2. Some leaders at NASA, like William Pickering, wanted to use technology for more than just space exploration. They believed that using satellites could benefit everyday life, like improving weather forecasts and communication.
  3. As the Cold War intensified, the U.S. saw space exploration as a matter of national pride. The massive Apollo program aimed to land a man on the moon and showed the importance of science and engineering for the country's reputation.

"From an altitude high in the clear stratosphere, will come pictures of storms raging far if not near"

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🔬 Science Space Exploration Meteorology Literature Fiction
  1. In the late 19th century, Edward Everett Hale imagined a space station called the Brick Moon, highlighting early thoughts about satellites and space travel. It was pretty amazing that someone back then dreamed about humans living in space!
  2. Throughout the 20th century, scientists like Konstantin Tsiolkovsky and Hermann Oberth made important strides in rocketry, paving the way for modern space exploration. Their ideas helped turn the dream of traveling to other planets into reality.
  3. In the 1950s, meteorologists began to recognize the potential of weather satellites to improve forecasts and observe storms. This technology eventually helped scientists predict complex weather patterns and better understand the atmosphere.

SpaceX Evolution (Appendix B: Why SpaceX Superstate)

Chris’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 04 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Space Exploration Innovation Autonomous Systems Commercialization
  1. Democracy can slow down progress because leaders often make cautious decisions to stay popular. In contrast, countries with more autocratic leadership can respond quickly to challenges.
  2. Musk's companies like SpaceX and Tesla are pushing technology forward rapidly, while traditional industries struggle. If politicians don't keep up, they risk falling behind.
  3. If SpaceX fails, it could give an advantage to countries like China in space exploration. This means SpaceX may be crucial for keeping Western nations at the forefront of space technology.

Why We Need To Build A Lunar Economy ASAP

Theology • 0 implied HN points • 28 Oct 24
🔬 Science Space Exploration Logistics Sustainability Economics Philosophy
  1. Building a lunar economy is mainly about solving logistics, not just technology or funds. We need better systems to transport goods to the Moon efficiently.
  2. The Moon should be viewed as a launchpad for further space exploration, helping to protect humanity from potential threats on Earth. We need to create a sustainable presence there.
  3. Having a good logistics network is essential for a thriving lunar community. This means using existing skills from Earth, like those of truck drivers, to manage space transport and maintain operations.

Blue Origin's New Glenn launch marks milestone in commercial spaceflight

The PhilaVerse • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Space Exploration Rocket Technology Innovation Aerospace Industry
  1. Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket recently launched successfully, marking a big step forward for the company and the commercial space industry.
  2. The New Glenn rocket is bigger and more powerful than its earlier rocket, New Shepard, which had been flying since 2015. This opens new possibilities for space travel.
  3. With this launch, Blue Origin is now more competitive with SpaceX, which can push both companies to innovate and reduce costs in space travel.