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S03E95: Near-Earth Asteroids & SpaceX's Ambitious Crewed Mission
2024-07-08
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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: Episode 8 July 2024Astronomy Daily - The PodcastWelcome again to Astronomy Daily. This is Steve, all the way from down under, Australia. We've got a couple of really interesting stories for you today, including some near-Earth asteroids and the intriguing concept of "Space War One." Let's dive into today's cosmic adventures.
- 00:00 - Steve Martin: Welcome back to Astronomy daily. This is Steve. So welcome aboard
- 01:16 - On July 9, Europe's new Ariane six heavy lift rocket will launch
- 02:59 - On July 21, July's full moon signals its rotation back to opposite
- 04:21 - NASA astronauts to return to Earth aboard Boeing Starliner after crew flight test
- 07:09 - NASA's Goldstone planetary radar system recently recorded two near Earth asteroids
- 16:29 - David Ignatius explores potential national security threats posed by satellite based warfare
Episode HighlightsNear-Earth Asteroids Flyby: NASA's Goldstone planetary radar system recently recorded two near-Earth asteroids, providing valuable data for planetary defence and research.
Space War One: Explore the concept of "Space War One" and its implications for satellite-based warfare, particularly in the context of the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
India's Space Plane Tests: India has successfully completed tests on its reusable launch vehicle, bringing the country closer to operating such a vehicle within this decade.
SpaceX's Latest Developments: SpaceX is gearing up for its most ambitious crewed mission to date, including the company's first spacewalk-capable spacesuits.
Ariane Six Heavy Lift Rocket: Europe's new Ariane Six heavy lift rocket is set to launch for the first time on July 9, marking a significant milestone for the European Space Agency.
Upcoming Sky Events: July's full moon and the Alpha Capricornids meteor shower are set to dazzle sky watchers later this month.
NASA's Starliner Mission: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and SUNY Williams are set to return to Earth aboard Boeing's Starliner, wrapping up the spacecraft's crew flight test.
Steve's Birthday Surprise: Hallie surprises Steve with a birthday wish, adding a personal touch to this episode.
Don't forget to visit our website at astronomydaily.io for more episodes and the latest news. Follow us on Facebook, X, and TikTok for more updates. Until next time, keep looking up.
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- 00:00 - Steve Martin: Welcome back to Astronomy daily. This is Steve. So welcome aboard
- 01:16 - On July 9, Europe's new Ariane six heavy lift rocket will launch
- 02:59 - On July 21, July's full moon signals its rotation back to opposite
- 04:21 - NASA astronauts to return to Earth aboard Boeing Starliner after crew flight test
- 07:09 - NASA's Goldstone planetary radar system recently recorded two near Earth asteroids
- 16:29 - David Ignatius explores potential national security threats posed by satellite based warfare
Episode HighlightsNear-Earth Asteroids Flyby: NASA's Goldstone planetary radar system recently recorded two near-Earth asteroids, providing valuable data for planetary defence and research.
Space War One: Explore the concept of "Space War One" and its implications for satellite-based warfare, particularly in the context of the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
India's Space Plane Tests: India has successfully completed tests on its reusable launch vehicle, bringing the country closer to operating such a vehicle within this decade.
SpaceX's Latest Developments: SpaceX is gearing up for its most ambitious crewed mission to date, including the company's first spacewalk-capable spacesuits.
Ariane Six Heavy Lift Rocket: Europe's new Ariane Six heavy lift rocket is set to launch for the first time on July 9, marking a significant milestone for the European Space Agency.
Upcoming Sky Events: July's full moon and the Alpha Capricornids meteor shower are set to dazzle sky watchers later this month.
NASA's Starliner Mission: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and SUNY Williams are set to return to Earth aboard Boeing's Starliner, wrapping up the spacecraft's crew flight test.
Steve's Birthday Surprise: Hallie surprises Steve with a birthday wish, adding a personal touch to this episode.
Don't forget to visit our website at astronomydaily.io for more episodes and the latest news. Follow us on Facebook, X, and TikTok for more updates. Until next time, keep looking up.
Become a supporter of this podcast: Support Astronomy Daily.
For all the latest Space News from our continuously updating newsfeed: Newsfeed
Support our sponsor NordVPN and be surprised by their very special offer - bitesz.com/nordvpn
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