SpaceX’s Latest Launch, US-India Microchip Factory, and NASA’s Zebra Rock Discovery

In this episode, we cover SpaceX's successful launch of 20 Starlink satellites, including advancements in direct-to-cell technology. We also discuss the U.S. Space Force's partnership with India to establish a semiconductor factory for next-gen microchips, addressing the global shortage. Additionally, NASA's intriguing discovery of a unique 'zebra rock' on Mars offers insights into the planet's geological history. Finally, we explore the challenges facing the military's weather satellite program as the Space Force evaluates its future options.

Sources:
https://www.space.com/spacex-starlink-launch-group-9-8
https://www.space.com/us-space-force-india-semiconductor-factory
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13886369/NASA-discovers-mysterious-zebra-rock-Mars-thats-unlike-space-agency-seen.html
https://spacenews.com/militarys-weather-satellite-program-in-flux-as-space-force-evaluates-options/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:41) SpaceX launching 20 Starlink internet satellites to orbit early Sept. 25
(00:03:15) US Space Force partners with India to open a microchip factory for next-gen tech
(00:06:19) NASA discovers 'zebra rock' on Mars unlike anything it's ever seen
(00:09:46) Military's weather satellite program in flux as Space Force evaluates options