Who discovered the new star in Cassiopeia?
Although not noted as a supernova, the nebula "Cassiopeia A" was first observed by John Flamsteed on August 16, 1680. It is likely that intervening dust clouds obscured the brightness of the supernova, which might otherwise have been observed in 1667.
Current estimates place the distance from Earth as around 11,000 light years. If that is correct, then the supernova explosion actually took place around 9,000 BCE. (see related link)
Why did nasa take spiders into space?
Spiders were brought up on Skylab 3(in '70s) to see if simple animals could adapt to an unfamiliar environment. Turns out, they could. After a few days the spiders managed to spin passable webs. Spiders were brought on STS-107 to see if different spiders could do the same thing.
How many space stations have there been in space?
There have been several space stations in space, including famous ones like Mir and Skylab. Currently, the International Space Station (ISS) is operational and serves as a research laboratory for astronauts from different countries.
The full form of NASA is National Aeronautics and Space Administration. NASA is the United States government agency responsible for the nation's civilian space program and for aeronautics and aerospace research.
How fast can a space shuttle travel?
A space shuttle can travel at speeds of up to 17,500 miles per hour (28,160 kilometers per hour) in orbit around the Earth.
NASA has send probes to take photos of Jupiter and its moons starting with the Pioneer missions all the way back in the early 1970's and the Voyager Probes later that same decade. Probes have also been sent to fly by Jupiter in later years, most notably the Galileo Orbiter sent at the end of 1989. The orbiter also had and atmospheric entry probe that was separated and sent to enter Jupiter's gases and send back as much data as possible before being crushed by the tremendous pressure. The last Jupiter fly-by was by New Horizons a probe on it's way to Pluto. New Horizons used Jupiter as other outer solar system probes have, as a slingshot to propel them further out into space.
Where did the challenger explode?
The Space Shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff on January 28, 1986, due to a faulty O-ring seal in one of its solid rocket boosters. The tragedy occurred off the coast of Florida, over the Atlantic Ocean.
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Why is the space shuttle covered in black tiles when it come back through atmosphere?
The black tiles on the space shuttle act as a heat-resistant thermal protection system. They help dissipate the intense heat generated during re-entry by absorbing and radiating heat away from the spacecraft, protecting it from burning up.
NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, was created in 1958 by the United States government in response to the Soviet Union's successful launch of the satellite Sputnik. Its purpose is to conduct space research, exploration, and travel, as well as to promote technology development and advancement.
What state are space shuttles launched from?
They laaunch from Florida, from the Kennedy Space Center.
The Space Shuttle missions, as well as all US manned space flights, were launched from Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida (east of Orlando).
How long can you survive in space?
* You would lose consciousness because there is no oxygen. This could occur in as little as 15 seconds. * Because there is no air pressure to keep your blood and body fluids in a liquid state, the fluids would "boil." Because the "boiling process" would cause them to lose heat energy rapidly, the fluids would freeze before they were evaporated totally (There is a cool display in San Francisco's science museum, The Exploratorium, that demonstrates this principle!). This process could take from 30 seconds to 1 minute. So, it was possible for astronaut David Bowman in "2001: a Space Odyssey" to survive when he ejected from the space pod into the airlock without a space helmet and repressurized the airlock within 30 seconds. * Your tissues (skin, heart, other internal organs) would expand because of the boiling fluids. However, they would not "explode" as depicted in some science fiction movies, such as "Total Recall."("How long can a human survive in outer space") Howstuffworks How long can a human survive in outer space 5 April 2008
First off, "Frisbee" a trade name of the Wham-o Corp. It is used globally as a short-cut to the "Fying Dsic" category.
On to the answer. - Light up flying discs have been created for years. Starting in the late 1960's, phosphorescent additives were added to the plastic composition of the manufactured flying disc to create a Glow-in-the-dark effect once they were "charged" by being exposed to light. In the 1970's, some discs were molded to allow the attachment of chemical glow-sticks. In the late 1990's, the modern era of LED battery powered flying discs began with the introduction of the Mothership by Orby. Other manufacturers such as Aerobie, Black Jax Sports and Playhard Inc have introduced their own improved versions of this technology over the past few years.
When did the space shuttle crash?
The breakup of the space shuttle Challenger was caused by the failure of two O- rings in one of the solid rocket boosters (SRB's) to properly seal. There had been problems with the seal on other missions, but it is thought that the decision to launch in near-freezing temperatures contributed to the failure, making the seal rigid and unable to seal properly. This led to a catastrophic chain of events. Hot gases escaped from the SRB, followed by a flame, damaging the clamp securing the SRB, and burning through the external fuel tank causing the tank to disintegrate. The forces created caused the orbiter to disintegrate (it did not explode) before the debris crashed into the ocean. The Columbia Space Shuttle disintegrated upon re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere on February 1, 2003. The Columbia sustained damage to its thermal protection system during launch. The astronauts suspected damage to the shuttle while they were still in orbit, but nothing could be done at that point to repair the damage. The damage allowed hot gases to penetrate and destroy the internal wing structure, causing the shuttle break up upon re-entry.
Do Russians have a space-shuttle?
The Soviets used to have a shuttle-like vehicle called Buran. It made only one unmanned space flight in November 1988 and the whole programme was cancelled in 1993. The Russians use a Soyuz spacecraft to get to and from the International Space Station.
The Buran was destroyed when its hangar collapsed, so the answer to your question is "no". Since it was only used once, it may not even be proper to call it a "shuttle".
What was the name of the last space shuttle sent by NASA?
The last Space Shuttle to go into space and to the Space Station was Endeavour
Can astronauts live in a moon base?
A moon base would be built more or less as the spacecrafts are built, except unmoving, larger, and with no engines. Think of Skylab or the International Space Station, only on the moon, and at least partially buried for cheap radiation shielding during the Sun's rare but dangerous solar flares. There is no reason why this would not work.
What are some everyday things that NASA has invented?
NASA has issued over 6,300 patents in its history, about 1 in a 1,000 of all patents issued by the U.S. Patent Office since its creation in 1790. Some examples of direct spinoff technology from NASA programs are:
1. Lithium Ion Batteries - Li Ion battery technology was further funded by NASA's Goddard Space Center for the HST/ISS Pistol Grip Tool, used to service the Hubble and construct the International Space Station. Though the design is based on a standard cordless drill (Black & Decker was initially approached for a design, but declined) the power pack is a series of Li Ion cells. The PGT was one key program I was responsible for, and it was initially used in 1997 on the HST 2nd Servicing Mission. Though they still have the same problems we had back then (they tend to overheat occasionally in certain situations) they're still the rechargeable power cell of choice for the masses, and it's only been in the past couple of years that BD/DeWalt and other companies have started using them in their tools.
2. Solid State Drives / Flash Drives - SSD's and Flash Drives are a direct result of a Hubble Telescope replacement unit called the Solid State Recorder. Replacing 2 mechanical reel-reel tape drives on HST Servicing Missions 2 and 3A, SSR technology has literally changed the way digital data is stored, eliminating the need for mechanical drives.
3. Medical Scanning Technology - Much of the enhanced medical scanning technology you're familiar with (CRT's, MRI's, etc.) are directly related to Hubble Telescope imaging technology.
4. Charge-Coupled Devices (CCD's) - A direct result of Hubble Telescope imaging technology, CCD's are the electronic imaging core of every modern digital camera in use today, digital imaging devices used in medical and industrial applications, as well as satellite imaging.
5. Scratch-Resistant / UV Lenses - If you've ever worn eyeglasses or bought a pair of sunglasses with scratch-resistant coating, or sunglasses with UV protection, they're a direct spinoff of technology developed for the Astronauts' sun shield on their helmets.
6. Computer Microprocessors / Software - Bill Gates and Intel didn't invent operating systems and computers - they just used existing technology from the Space Program for their benefit, and the rest of the us.
7. Tempurpedic Mattresses/Pillows - Tempurpedic material (the brand is the only licensed NASA technology - all others are similar but not as effective) is a direct result of material developed for Astronaut crew chairs aboard the Space Shuttle.
8. Composite Materials - There are many carbon and metal composite materials that were originally developed for NASA programs. All spacecraft are manufactured with lightweight composites, and the various materials have improved over the years. Everything from cars to planes have benefited from the technology.
9. Microlasers - A spinoff of Optical Data Transfer technology developed for long-range communication in space.
10. Infrared Technology - Everything from infrared thermometers to IR cameras owes its development to technology developed for astronomical research.
NASA is also responsible for Research and Development of military aerospace programs, and much technology developed from those programs finds its way into various forms of public use.
In addition to the basic technological benefits to society, products derived from the Space Program are generally smaller and more rugged, since weight and durability are paramount when designing and developing systems for use in Earth orbital environments (cold and hot), and the extreme cold of deep space.
The list goes on - there are literally thousands of technology spinoffs that are improving the lives of the average person, though few realize that it comes from NASA sponsored technology. The old saying that "Necessity is the Mother of all Invention" holds true in this case - without the desire for exploring the unknown, we would have no reason to develop technologies to further help us find answers, and as a result would be stagnant as far as technology goes.
There are some pics on my Supervisor bio page of the PGT and other HST systems, and the link below will direct you to the NASA Spinoff/Innovative Partnerships Program site.
Rockets move in space by expelling gas at high speeds through their engines. According to Newton's third law of motion, for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. So when the rocket expels gas in one direction, it propels itself in the opposite direction.
Where was the space shuttle Challenger manufactured?
== == Challenger was primarily made in Palmdale, California, by Rockwell.
How much does a space shuttle cost?
The cost of building a space shuttle was around $1.7 billion each for NASA. However, the total cost of the program, including development, maintenance, and operational expenses, was much higher. Overall, the Space Shuttle program cost estimates range from $100 billion to $200 billion over its lifetime.
What propells the space shuttle in space?
The space shuttle's main engines are used to propel it into orbit and make course corrections in space. Once in orbit, thrusters are used to adjust its position and orientation. Additionally, the shuttle can rely on gravity assists and other celestial phenomena to maneuver in space.
How long has Eli Lilly been an international company?
Eli Lilly has been an international company for 73 years. In 1934, the company made its first venture overseas when a Lilly office was opened in England.
Lithotripsy is the destruction of a kidney stone through the use of ultrasonic waves?
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extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL)
Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) means destruction of a kidney stone or gallstone by ultrasonic waves traveling through water.
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