Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the Podcast that brings you the latest and most exciting updates from the world of space exploration and astronomy. I'm your host, Anna. Today we'll be covering several intriguing headlines, including the end of a NASA mission, upgrades to the Artemis IV engines, new discoveries by the James Webb Space Telescope, Europe's Ariane 6 launch, and new objects beyond the Kuiper belt discovered by the Subaru telescope. So sit tight as we dive into these fascinating developments that are pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the cosmos.

Episode Highlights

- End of NASA's NEOWISE Mission: After a remarkable 14-year run, the NEOWISE mission concludes, leaving behind a legacy of significant advancements in our understanding of near-Earth objects.

- - Artemis IV Engine Upgrades: The Artemis IV mission will feature modernized RS-25 engines, marking a significant milestone before transitioning to newly manufactured engines for future missions.

- - James Webb Space Telescope's New Discovery: The JWST has identified a potentially habitable exoplanet, LHS 1140 b, which may harbor a temperate water ocean, sparking excitement in the scientific community.

- - Europe's Ariane 6 Launch: The imminent launch of Ariane 6 represents a significant step forward for Europe's space aspirations, aiming to address the continent's launcher crisis and serve both government and commercial clients.

- - Subaru Telescope's Kuiper Belt Discoveries: The Subaru telescope has identified new objects beyond the previously known boundaries of the Kuiper belt, offering fresh insights into the formation and evolution of our solar system.

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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.

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Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 82, where we explore the latest cosmic events and groundbreaking discoveries in space exploration.First, a space debris emergency aboard the International Space Station. The crew was ordered to take shelter after ground-based radar detected a large cloud of debris from a disused Russian satellite. The debris was tracked by the new Western Australian space radar station operated by LeoLabs, highlighting the growing problem of space junk and its impact on the ISS.

Next, a new study reveals that Mars is hit by meteors on a daily basis. Using seismic data from NASA's Mars InSight lander, scientists have determined that between 280 and 360 meteors strike the Red Planet each year, forming impact craters greater than eight meters across. This discovery offers new insights into Martian impact rates and the planet's geological history.

Finally, claims of alien technology discovered on the seafloor near Australia have been dismissed. Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb's controversial expedition retrieved tiny iron spheres, but further analysis showed no evidence of interstellar origin. The scientific community remains skeptical, emphasizing the need for extraordinary evidence to support extraordinary claims.

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