Virgin Galactic and White Knight 2 - Launching Commercial Space Tourism
Burt Rutan and Sir Richard Branson have moved one step closer to launching the world’s first commercial space tourism service. On July 28, …
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De novo protein design (sequence design)
De novo design of proteins starts with generating a protein with a specific sequence. The sequence is engineered to result in a complex, folded, …
Continue ReadingDetecting Invisible Signals with Radio Telescopes
It is really a marvel to look out in space and see what is out there beyond our planet. However, not all of the matter out there is visible. Radio …
Continue ReadingHow Protein Sequencing Works: 3 Different Methods to Analyze Proteins
Proteins at their most basic level are chains of amino acids. Protein sequencing is the determination of the order of these amino acids in a chain. It …
Continue ReadingBeginner Pilot Information about Pilot Mentality
Throughout flight training, students gradually learn how to think like a pilot. They learn this skill from the tasks set before them, and from the …
Continue ReadingHow to Watch a Solar Eclipse Safely: Observing an Eclipse with Special Glasses, Filters, or Even a Sheet of Paper or Cardboard
The next opportunity to see a rare solar eclipse is on May 20, 2012, only visible in certain parts of the world. If you’re fortunate enough to …
Continue ReadingAres vs. Shuttle- A Comparison of Two NASA Space Vehicles
in 2005, the Ares rocket and Orion capsule were chosen by NASA for the distinction of replacing the Shuttle and returning to the surface of the moon. …
Continue ReadingPreventing an Aircraft Fuel Tank Explosions - FAA Requirements and TWA Flight 800
The FAA’s requirements are a landmark decision, intended to prevent disasters like the aircraft fuel tank explosion of TWA Flight 800. Learn …
Continue ReadingWhat Happens During a Solar Eclipse?
The Earth, Sun and the Moon are the most familiar celestial objects which have been in existence for billions of years. What happens during a solar …
Continue ReadingHistory of Columbia Space Shuttle and Disaster
We normally hear and read about accidents and death of several people in the news which occur on roads, rivers and so on, but the thought of having an …
Continue ReadingTypes of Communication Satellites
Have you ever wondered what satellite phones, GPS and broadcasting companies have in common? Actually, all of these tech devices rely on communication …
Continue ReadingHow Do I Get a Private Pilot License? Deciding Between Flight School, Private Instructor, and Flying Clubs
You may be wondering, how do I get my private pilot license? Depending upon where you live, there may be a variety of options available to you. This …
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