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NASA

NASA is the National Aeronautical Space Administration, which oversees all the space travel in the United States. Its most famous project is the Apollo moon missions.

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Buod ng nasa dugo ni tana?

Ang "Nasa Dugo Ni Tana" ay isang maikling kwento ni Aurelio Tolentino na naglalaman ng paksang pangkasalukuyan tungkol sa pananaw ng isang ina sa kanyang anak na nag-aaral sa Maynila. Sa kwento, ipinapakita ang kalakip na pagmamahal at pangamba ng isang ina sa kanyang anak na nasa malayong lungsod.

What is the purpose of NASA?

As of January 5, 2009, the NASA mission statement is

"To explore the universe and search for life; to inspire the next generation of explorers ... as only NASA can."

However, July 2010 NASA Administrator Charles Bolden stated that his "foremost" mission as the head of America's space exploration agency is to improve relations with the Muslim world.

Who is the head of NASA?

As of 2021, Bill Nelson is the administrator of NASA. He was nominated by President Joe Biden and confirmed by the Senate to lead the agency.

What did a NASA employee buy from Wal-Mart in 1995 to protect the space shuttle from woodpeckers?

In 1995, a NASA employee bought $10 worth of wind chimes from Wal-Mart to protect the space shuttle from woodpeckers. The wind chimes were used to deter the woodpeckers from damaging the external fuel tank foam insulation during launches.

What country launched NASA?

NASA was launched by America in 1958, before that it was NACA which was launched in 1915 and was ended in 1958 when NASA launched, this year NASA would complete its 50th Anniversary.

What attracts people to NASA?

People are often attracted to NASA because of the opportunity to work on cutting-edge space exploration projects, contribute to scientific research that advances our understanding of the universe, and be a part of a team that pushes the boundaries of human knowledge and technology. Additionally, the allure of working for an organization with a rich history of space exploration and a mission to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers is a major draw for many.

Who is the current administrator of NASA?

NASA is a federal agency not a private company so it has a director or administrator (federal appointee) not a CEO.

The current administrator of NASA is Charles F. Bolden

who was appointed by President Obama.

(Current as of Nov 2014).

How was NASA born?

the way NASA was born was all because of the Russians. if it wasent for them space travel would probablr still be a dream.

it all started when the Russians launched a satiltite called spunkick (i think that's how you spell it?) after that the USA becane the program NASA. but when the Russians put the first man in space that is what got NASA into humman space flight. NASA did not open their doors until october 1st, 1958. and the first American in space was alen sheperd. after his 15 minutes in space John f. Kennedy set a goal for NASA to send a man to the surface of the moon and return him safly back to earth. we suseded his goal on July 20th, 1969.

What are the benefits of being a scientist for NASA?

Some benefits of being a scientist for NASA include opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research in space exploration, access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, collaboration with top experts in the field, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that advance our understanding of the universe.

What tools do astronauts use in space?

There are quite a few tools that the Astronauts use, though for construction and maintenance in space, the Pistol Grip Tool (PGT) is the primary tool of choice. Its predecessor was the Power Ratchet Tool (PRT), originally developed and created for servicing the Hubble Space Telescope. Problems with a battery tether, battery time, bulkiness, and a lack of torque limiter/controls, led the Goddard Space Flight Center to design the PGT as the follow-up replacement for the PRT. The design was so successful (in other words, the Astronauts liked it) that it beat out a competing design for a tool for constructing the International Space Station by the Johnson Space Center.

The PGT is essentially designed like a cordless drill, except that it has 3/8" socket on the end. In fact, NASA originally approached the Black and Decker corporation to see if they were interested in designing it, but they declined due to the costs involved (PR would've been great though).

There are drum selections for torque, speed, and the information is available as a digital LED readout on the electronics package on top. Though some sources today say the PGT uses a NiMH battery, it was originally designed and flown with Lithium Ion battery packs; NASA spent over a half-million dollars on Lithium Ion technology for the program, leading eventually to its widespread use today.

In addition to the PGT, retainers, tethers, a trace gas analyzer (to ensure there's no leakage of gases present while they're working), sun shield (incorporated as part of their helmet) are the other standard tools for working in space.

There are a couple of PGT pictures on my Supervisor bio page; I was the Quality Rep responsible for the PGT program for NASA when it was being constructed and tested prior to HST's Second Servicing Mission in 1997.

How fast can a man made spacecraft travel in outer space?

Man-made spacecraft can travel at speeds up to about 17,500 miles per hour (28,000 kilometers per hour) in outer space. This speed allows spacecraft to escape Earth's gravitational pull and travel to other planets, moons, and even beyond our solar system.

Why did Neil Armstrong join NASA?

Neil Armstrong joined NASA as an astronaut because of his passion for aviation, space exploration, and his desire to be at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of human achievement by being part of the Apollo missions to the moon. Armstrong's background as a test pilot and his exceptional skills as a pilot also made him a strong candidate for the space program.

What was the purpose of the Apollo missions?

The purpose of the Apollo missions was to land humans on the Moon and bring them back safely to Earth. These missions aimed to advance space exploration, scientific knowledge, and demonstrate American technological capability during the space race with the Soviet Union.

Who was the first NASA astronaut?

The first NASA astronaut to reach space was Alan Shepard, on May 5, 1961, only 23 days after cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first man to orbit the Earth. The seven original Mercury Program astronauts, chosen in no particular order, were Alan Shepard, Gus Grissom, John Glenn, Scott Carpenter, Wally Schirra, Gordon Cooper, and Deke Slayton (who did not fly in one of the six Mercury missions for health reasons).

What are astronaut suits made out of?

"Parts of Spacesuit The different materials which are used to make spacesuit are: * Nylon tricot * Spandex * Urethane-coated Nylon * Dacron * Neoprene-coated Nylon * Mylar * Gortex * Kevlar (material in bullet-proof vests) * Nomex All of the layers are sewn and cemented together to form the suit. The space suit consists of the following parts: " This information was found at: http://library.thinkquest.org/03oct/02144/travel/suitpart.htm

What is the most recent NASA mission?

NASA has a lot of ongoing missions. Off the top of my head here are some of the most recent of NASA missions.

  • STS-131 (space shuttle Discovery schedule to launch early April)
  • LCROSS
  • Mars Express
  • Phoenix
  • LRO
  • ISS

What is the value of a 1988 Space Shuttle 5 Commemorative coin?

The Marshall Islands 1988 copper-nickel $5 featuring shuttle Discovery may be worth up to about $4 depending on amount of wear and collector demand. You might also try a library for a copy of the Standard Catalog of World Coins for pictures, values and lots more interesting info. Brad

Is NASA in Washington DC?

Yes, the headquaters are in Washington DC.

Is NASA close to discovering a new planet?

NASA is constantly searching for new planets beyond our solar system through various missions like the TESS and Kepler telescopes. They have discovered thousands of exoplanets so far, but have not announced the discovery of a new planet in our solar system.

Where is NASA in Florida?

Orsino, Florida. You would find better information about it's location if you searched using Kennedy Space Center.

How much money do NASA spend every year?

"The federal government spent roughly $14 billion (B) on NASA in fiscal year 1999."

http://www.richardb.us/nasa.html

Where is NASA in America?

NASA's headquarters is located in Washington, D.C., but they have multiple centers across the United States, including the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Johnson Space Center in Texas, and Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California.

When did NASA start?

NASA started on October 1, 1958
Otober 1st, 1958
NASA was established by the National Aeronautics and Space Act on July 29, 1958. So it has been around for very nearly 52 years.
NASA was established by the National Aeronautics and Space Act on July 29, 1958, replacing its predecessor, the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA). The agency became operational on October 1, 1958.

Did NASA fund Sony research for tape recorders to use in Apollo space program?

Yes, NASA did fund Sony's research into developing miniaturized tape recorders for the Apollo space program. These tape recorders were crucial for recording data and communications during the missions. Sony's efforts in creating compact, reliable technology helped advance space exploration capabilities.