Hubble's Constant - What Does It Have To Do With Redshift?
Depth perception is an ability that most of us take for granted, but it took some of the best minds and pointed observation of the night sky before we …
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Shuttle to Ares/Orion Transition
As the development of NASA’s Ares rocket and Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle continue, it has become increasingly clear that the transition …
Continue ReadingCooperation in Space - Overview of Space Agencies Around the World - Part One
Since the days of the cold war and the space race between the USSR and the U.S., space research has evolved into peaceful, multinational endeavors and …
Continue ReadingReaction Engines' Single Stage to Orbit Spaceplane - The Skylon
The road to routine access to space is littered with attempts to make a reusable space vehicle, but Britain’s Reaction Engines Ltd. is …
Continue ReadingLow Long Would it Take to Get to the Moon? Space Travel Times to Get to the Nearest Planet, Star or Galaxy
How long would it take to get to the nearest planet, star or galaxy? Well that depends on what mode of transportation you use and ultimately, how …
Continue ReadingWhat Are the Significant Contributions of The Planetary Society to Astronomy and Space Exploration?
The Planetary Society is the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to inspire and educate the public through its innovative research …
Continue ReadingFacts About Galileo Galilei
Galileo is one of the most famous astronomers and scientists in history. His work developed much of the modern concepts by which research is conducted …
Continue ReadingThe First Apollo Lunar Missions
Man went to the moon eight times. He landed and explored our satellite six times. The first trip was a brief swing around our nearest neighbor. One …
Continue ReadingThe Mars Hoax: Mars Spectacular! As Big as the Moon...Not Quite!
The emails exclaim: Mars, close enough to be as big as the full moon in the night sky! No one alive today will ever see this again!! Don’t you …
Continue ReadingEdwin Hubble- The Facts
One of the most profound contributors to astrophysics and cosmology, Edwin Hubble had a very eventful life. Read more about him in this article.
Continue ReadingExploring Space - the Galaxy Evolution Explorer, Galex
GALEX, or Galaxy Evolution Explorer is an orbiting telescope that collects radiation in the ultraviolet region of the electromagnetic spectrum. …
Continue ReadingInteresting Facts About Astronomy: Amazing Facts About the Science and History of Astronomy
There are innumerable fascinating astronomy facts beyond our imagination. From the ancient Antikythera mechanism to modern-day amateur radio …
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