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Private Spacewalk Raises Legal Questions, Voyager 1 Overcomes Thruster Challenge

Is the US breaking a 50-year-old space law with the upcoming Polaris Dawn private spacewalk? NASA's Voyager 1 probe successfully swaps thrusters in a tricky fix. Also, China's Zhuque-3 reusable rocket test marks a breakthrough in the space race.Sources:https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/9/12/polaris-dawn-spacewalk-is-the-us-breaking-a-50-year-old-space-lawhttps://www.space.com/voyager-1-interstellar-space-thruster-fixhttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3278193/landspaces-zhuque-3-reusable-rocket-test-breakthrough-china-space-racehttps://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/9/12/polaris-dawn-spacewalk-is-the-us-breaking-a-50-year-old-space-lawOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:47) Polaris Dawn spacewalk: Is the US breaking a 50-year-old space law?(00:02:49) NASA's Voyager 1 probe swaps thrusters in tricky fix as it flies through interstellar space(00:05:55) LandSpace’s Zhuque-3 reusable rocket test a ‘breakthrough’ for China space race(00:08:24) Polaris Dawn spacewalk: Is the US breaking a 50-year-old space law?

SpaceX Launches Polaris Dawn Mission, NASA Astronaut Don Pettit Prepares for ISS Return

SpaceX successfully launches the Polaris Dawn mission, sending billionaire Jared Isaacman and crewmates to space. NASA astronaut Don Pettit eagerly prepares for his fourth space mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Plus, radar detects invisible space bubbles over the pyramids of Giza, and the U.S. military invests in reentry vehicles for space-to-Earth cargo delivery. Join us as we explore the latest developments in space exploration and technology.Sources:https://www.cbsnews.com/video/spacex-launches-polaris-dawn-mission-sends-billionaire-to-space/https://www.space.com/don-pettit-nasa-astronaut-space-macgyver-isshttps://nypost.com/2024/09/10/lifestyle/radar-detects-plasma-bubbles-over-pyramids-of-giza/https://spacenews.com/u-s-military-investing-in-reentry-vehicles-for-space-to-earth-cargo-delivery/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn mission, sends billionaire to space(00:03:19) Space MacGyver: NASA astronaut and inventor Don Pettit eager to return to ISS on Sept. 11(00:06:22) Radar detects invisible space bubbles over pyramids of Giza with...(00:09:45) U.S. military investing in reentry vehicles for space-to-Earth cargo delivery

Groundbreaking Achievements in Space: 3D Metal Printing and Mars Missions

First-ever 3D metal printing achieved on the International Space Station. China aims for a historic Mars mission as it vies for space power. Plus, NASA proceeds with final preps to launch Europa Clipper, and China's Chang'e 5 probe reveals evidence of active volcanoes on the moon.Sources:https://newatlas.com/space/first-ever-3d-metal-printing-iss/https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/09/china/china-mars-mission-tianwen-3-intl-hnk/index.htmlhttps://arstechnica.com/space/2024/09/nasa-will-proceed-with-final-preps-to-launch-europa-clipper-next-month/https://www.space.com/moon-volcanically-active-today-china-change-5Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) First-ever 3D metal printing in space achieved on ISS(00:03:14) China aims for historic Mars mission ‘around 2028’ as it vies for space power(00:06:20) NASA will proceed with final preps to launch Europa Clipper next month(00:09:14) The moon might still have active volcanoes, China's Chang'e 5 sample-return probe reveals

Super Typhoon Damages China’s Space Port, Galaxies in Superclusters, SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission

China's brand new space port damaged by Super Typhoon Yagi. The biggest galaxies live in our universe's supercluster 'cities'. SpaceX to try again to launch billionaire to space on Polaris Dawn spacewalk mission. Watch a 100,000-mile-high tower of plasma erupt from the sun in this stunning video.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3277822/chinas-brand-new-space-port-damaged-super-typhoon-yagihttps://www.space.com/bigger-galaxies-dense-environments-machine-learninghttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/09/09/spacex-to-try-again-to-launch-billionaire-to-space-on-polaris-dawn-spacewalk-mission/https://www.space.com/sun-solar-prominence-100000-miles-high-videoOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) China’s brand new space port damaged by Super Typhoon Yagi(00:02:54) The biggest galaxies live in our universe's supercluster 'cities'(00:05:42) SpaceX to try again to launch billionaire to space on Polaris Dawn spacewalk mission(00:08:30) Watch a 100,000-mile-high tower of plasma erupt from the sun in this stunning video

Boeing Starliner’s Dramatic Landing and SpaceX’s Groundbreaking Mission

Boeing's Starliner lands in New Mexico as crew remains on International Space Station. Two astronauts are left behind in space as Boeing's troubled capsule returns to Earth empty. Plus, SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to launch Polaris Dawn: What to know about the mission. Also, Boeing Starliner capsule lands back on Earth, without astronauts, to end troubled test flight.Sources:https://thehill.com/homenews/space/4867658-boeing-starliner-lands-new-mexico-without-crew-remains-on-international-space-station/https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2024-09-07/two-astronauts-are-left-behind-in-space-as-boeings-troubled-capsule-returns-to-earth-emptyhttps://www.cnet.com/science/space/spacex-falcon-9-rocket-to-launch-polaris-dawn-what-to-know-about-the-mission/https://www.space.com/boeing-starliner-lands-earth-crew-flight-test-missionOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Boeing Starliner lands in New Mexico as crew remains on International Space Station(00:03:18) Two astronauts are left behind in space as Boeing's troubled capsule returns to Earth empty(00:06:14) SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket to Launch Polaris Dawn: What to Know About the Mission(00:08:58) Boeing Starliner capsule lands back on Earth, without astronauts, to end troubled test flight (video)

Boeing Starliner Completes Troubled Test Flight, NASA Progresses on Artemis II Mission

Boeing Starliner capsule lands back on Earth, without astronauts, to end troubled test flight. NASA makes significant progress on Artemis II space launch system. Plus, Starliner spacecraft lands successfully without a crew, highlighting challenges in space exploration. Also, Starliner undocks from space station, heads back to Earth unmanned as crew stays behind.Sources:https://www.space.com/boeing-starliner-lands-earth-crew-flight-test-missionhttps://www.wesh.com/article/artemis-ii-space-launch-system/62089183https://www.npr.org/2024/09/07/nx-s1-5103722/starliner-nasa-boeing-crew-space-station-landshttps://www.foxnews.com/us/boeing-starliner-undocks-from-space-station-heading-back-earth-unmanned-crew-staysOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Boeing Starliner capsule lands back on Earth, without astronauts, to end troubled test flight (video)(00:03:54) NASA makes significant progress on Artemis II space launch system(00:06:10) With no crew aboard, spacecraft Starliner lands without a hitch(00:08:52) Boeing Starliner undocks from space station, heads back to Earth unmanned as crew stays behind

SpaceX Launches Spy Satellites, NASA Captures Giant Solar Sail, Asteroid Breaks Up Over Philippines

SpaceX launches next-gen US spy satellites on 2nd leg of spaceflight doubleheader. NASA captures 1st photo of its giant solar sail while tumbling in space. Asteroid breaks up over Philippines hours after detection serving as a reminder of bigger threats to Earth. China to launch Mars sample return mission in 2028, following planetary protection guidelines.Sources:https://www.space.com/spacex-nrol-113-spy-satellites-launchhttps://www.space.com/nasa-solar-sail-space-photohttps://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/asteroid-breaks-up-over-philippines-asteroid-threats-earthhttps://spacenews.com/china-to-launch-mars-sample-return-mission-in-2028-will-follow-planetary-protection-guidelines/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) SpaceX launches next-gen US spy satellites on 2nd leg of spaceflight doubleheader(00:02:47) NASA spacecraft captures 1st photo of its giant solar sail while tumbling in space(00:05:30) Asteroid breaks up over Philippines hours after detection serving as reminder of bigger threats to Earth(00:08:04) China to launch Mars sample return mission in 2028, will follow planetary protection guidelines

Revolutionary Space Elevator and Chinese Astronauts Study Ancient Microbes

Imagine a world with a space elevator and Chinese astronauts studying ancient microbes in space. Plus, exciting developments in satellite technology by the Space Development Agency. Also, setbacks for Boeing's Starliner space capsule.Sources:https://fortune.com/2024/09/04/astronauts-stuck-space-solution-elevator-science-tech/https://www.space.com/chinese-astronauts-ancient-microbes-tiangong-space-station-videohttps://www.defensenews.com/space/2024/09/04/space-development-agencys-first-satellites-demo-key-capabilities/https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/09/04/nasa-boeing-starliner-space-station-orbit/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Two astronauts are stuck in space. Soon, the solution could be an elevator(00:03:02) Chinese astronauts study ancient microbes aboard Tiangong space station (video)(00:06:04) Space Development Agency’s first satellites demo key capabilities(00:09:04) Boeing Starliner is set to return home Friday, with no astronauts

Captivating Images of the Veil Nebula, Protecting NASA from Hackers, Navy SEAL-Harvard Doctor-Astronaut Set for Space, and Scientists Make Lab-Grown Black Hole Jets

Step into the vastness of space with Simply Space! Explore captivating images of the Veil Nebula, witness the proposed Spacecraft Cybersecurity Act to protect NASA missions from hackers, be inspired by the journey of a Navy SEAL-Harvard doctor-astronaut into space, and learn about the groundbreaking discovery of lab-grown black hole jets by scientists.Sources:https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/astropix.htmlhttps://www.space.com/nasa-science-missions-at-risk-from-hackers-new-law-could-protecthttps://nypost.com/2024/09/03/us-news/navy-seal-harvard-doctor-astronaut-jonny-kim-set-to-go-to-space/https://www.space.com/lab-grown-black-hole-jetsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:36) Astronomy Picture of the Day(00:03:04) NASA science mission spacecraft are at risk from hackers, but a new law could help protect them(00:05:52) NASA set to send Navy SEAL-Harvard doctor-astronaut wunderkind into...(00:08:42) Scientists make lab-grown black hole jets

Revolutionizing Space Travel, The Macallan’s TIME:SPACE Collection, Boeing’s Starliner Challenges

NASA's dream of a space plane could finally become reality. Introducing The Macallan's TIME:SPACE Collection, a monumental release in celebration of their 200th anniversary. Experts question Boeing's space business after Starliner failures. Boeing's Starliner is mysteriously blooping like a submarine in space.Sources:https://www.businessinsider.com/radian-aerospace-to-test-space-plane-radian-one-model-this-year-2024-9https://www.forbes.com/sites/marklittler/2024/09/03/7-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-macallan-timespace-collection/https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/experts-question-boeing-s-space-business-after-starliner-failures/7763026.htmlhttps://mashable.com/article/nasa-boeing-starliner-mysterious-soundOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) NASA's dream of a space plane could finally become reality(00:03:47) 7 Things You Need To Know About The Macallan TIME:SPACE Collection(00:04:53) Experts Question Boeing's Space Business after Starliner Failures(00:07:39) Boeing's Starliner is mysteriously blooping like a submarine in space