Failure to Launch; SpaceX rocket launch postponed due to inclement weather
Just 30 seconds before liftoff yesterday, SpaceX grounded a Falcon 9 rocket launch at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Falcon 9 completed all of its pre-launch sequencings, including loading liquid oxygen, before the launch’s cancellation. Mere seconds were left before the engine controller would have commanded the rocket’s engine ignition sequence to begin.
Godspeed Crew Dragon; NASA and SpaceX Begin New Journey
On May 27, NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley will pilot a SpaceX capsule called the “Crew Dragon” to the International Space Station in low orbit.
National Geographic’s “The Right Stuff” to Premiere on Disney+ This Fall
Disney+ original scripted series is an adaptation of Tom Wolfe’s bestseller, recounting a pioneering chapter of the historic U.S. space race
Former NASA Astronaut Leland Melvin on Prepping the Next Generation for Mars
Leland Melvin, former NASA astronaut and STEM advisor to President Obama, focuses his energies on his greatest passion: prepping today’s students for Mars.
Poppy Northcutt: The First Woman to Work in Mission Control at NASA
Poppy Northcutt, a young mathematical whiz figured out lunar orbital trajectories — and became the first woman to work in Mission Control. Her mission? Apollo.
NASA and Harvard Agree: Think Different
To NASA, Harvard, and many other successful organizations, thinking different often means leveraging the efforts and ideas of outsiders.
The Weekly Buffer: Most Popular Apps, Cancelled Shows, & Osiris Rex
This episode of our podcast explores the most popular apps of 2018, the best shows you’ll never see again, and NASA’s two year mission with Osiris Rex.
The Weekly Buffer: Eating Insects to Save the World
Where did Cyber Monday come from? What happened with the Mars landing? Would you eat insects to save the planet? Find out on The Weekly Buffer.
How NASA is Predicting Crop Yields with Satellites
Using satellites, NASA has been monitoring the Earth for over 60 years. In their observation, they’ve been able to predict future crop yields with impressive accuracy.
How NASA is Solving the Space Junk Problem
We pick up trash every day, so what is so special about doing it in space? What exactly is ‘space junk’ made of, and why is it necessary to clean it up?
Everything You Need to Know About the Parker Solar Probe
What’s the Parker Solar Probe’s mission? How is it going to impact our understanding of the Sun and our solar system? Find out here.
Will Smith Hosts First Ever Instagram Live from Space
After getting completely rejected by Sophia the Robot on their first date, Will Smith took his anguish and looked towards the stars. Today, many dreams were realized as the longtime […]
Double Launch Scheduled for SpaceX this Weekend
Once again, Elon Musk excited space enthusiasts everywhere with his announcement on Twitter that, if the schedule holds, there may be two Falcon 9 launches within 48 hours this weekend. […]
Pluto FTW
Have you ever broken up with someone only to later realize they were much cooler than you thought? That’s basically what’s going on with Pluto. To the dismay of everyone […]