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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

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  • The Astronomy Daily Podcast team brings you a summary of the days Space and Astronomy News so you never feel left behind.

    There's a lot going on 'out there ,' and we endeavour to bring it all to you.

    The team consists of Steve and Hallie on Mondays and Anna on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

    For more visit, our website and sign up for the free daily newsletter and check out our continually updated newsfeed. www.astronomydaily.io.

    Follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, YouTube and TikTok ...just search for AstroDailyPod. Enjoy!

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  • S03E141: Starliner’s Uncrewed Return, Solar Sail Deployment, and Blue Origin’s Suborbital Triumph

    S03E141: Starliner’s Uncrewed Return, Solar Sail Deployment, and Blue Origin’s Suborbital Triumph
    Aug 30 2024
    Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: 30 August 2024
    Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to Podcast for the latest and greatest news in space and Astronomy. I'm your host, Anna, and I'm thrilled to be guiding you through today's top stories. We have some fascinating updates from the cosmos, spanning from groundbreaking scientific missions to the latest in space tourism adventures. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just a curious stargazer, there's something here for everyone. So let's dive into some exciting content that's sure to ignite your imagination and fuel your passion for all things celestial.
    Highlights:
    - NASA and Boeing's Starliner Mission Uncrewed Return: NASA and Boeing are gearing up for an uncrewed return mission of the CST-100 Starliner spacecraft. The spacecraft is slated to undock from the International Space Station no earlier than 06:04 p.m. EDT on Friday, September 6, and will begin a roughly six-hour journey to its designated landing site at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico. This mission follows NASA's decision on August 24 to conduct the Starliner return without a human crew, ensuring that Starliner can perform a fully autonomous return to Earth.
    - NASA's Advanced Composite Solar Sail System: NASA has announced a significant milestone with the successful deployment of its advanced composite solar sail system. On August 29, mission operators confirmed the deployment of the sail-hoisting boom system. This innovative technology spans approximately 860 sq ft and is expected to influence the design and operation of future solar sail missions.
    - Blue Origin's NS-26 Mission: Blue Origin has successfully completed its 8th human spaceflight with Mission NS-26. This latest venture included a diverse group of six thrill-seekers, among them Carson Kitchen, a 21-year-old senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, who became the youngest woman to ever cross the Karman line. The entire flight lasted between ten to eleven minutes, offering these space tourists a brief but extraordinary glimpse into the cosmos.
    - NASA's Lunar South Pole Research: NASA has awarded a lucrative contract to Intuitive Machines for an ambitious lunar south pole research delivery. This mission will focus on the lunar south pole, an area of great interest due to its unique conditions and potential ice deposits, marking a major step forward in lunar exploration.
    - Warp Drive and Black Holes: Researchers Remo Garattini and Kirill Zatrimalov have been exploring whether a warp bubble, the key element in a warp drive, could survive the intense gravitational field of a black hole. Their findings suggest that under specific conditions, a warp bubble might just pull it off, opening up the possibility for future research into creating smaller lab-based warp drive models.
    For more space news, be sure to visit our website at astronomydaily.io. There you can sign up for our free Daily newsletter, read insightful blog posts, and catch up on all the latest space and Astronomy news with our constantly updating newsfeed.
    Don't forget to listen to all our previous episodes as well. You can also follow us on social media. Just search for AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, and TikTok to stay connected with our community and never miss an update.
    Until next time, keep looking up.
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    9 mins
  • S03E140: SpaceX's Latest Challenges, Electric Field Milestone, and XB-1's Triumph

    S03E140: SpaceX's Latest Challenges, Electric Field Milestone, and XB-1's Triumph
    Aug 29 2024
    Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: 29th August 2024
    Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the podcast where we explore the latest in space and Astronomy news. I'm your host, Anna. Today we have a fantastic lineup of stories that will take you from the high stakes of space travel to fascinating new scientific discoveries. From SpaceX facing challenges with their Falcon 9 rocket, to scientists measuring a planet-wide electric field for the first time ever, we have so much to explore. We'll also delve into Boom Supersonic's second test flight of their XB-1 aircraft, and wrap up with a look at the detection of water vapor in the atmosphere of an ultra-hot, Saturn-like exoplanet. So grab your telescopes and let's dive in.
    Highlights:
    - SpaceX Falcon 9 Grounded: The Federal Aviation Administration has grounded SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket following a failed booster landing. The booster, serial number B1062, was consumed in a dramatic fireball on the deck of the drone ship "A Shortfall of Gravitas." This incident occurred at the tail end of its record-setting 23rd flight. An investigation has been mandated to thoroughly understand the root cause of the mishap.
    - Polaris Dawn Mission Delays: The Polaris Dawn astronaut mission has been delayed twice in the same week due to a helium leak and recovery weather concerns. The crew remains in quarantine, awaiting clearance for their next launch attempt. Timing for the launch remains uncertain due to the ongoing FAA investigation and other logistical challenges.
    - Planet-Wide Electric Field Measured: For the first time in history, scientists have successfully measured a planet-wide electric field known as the ambipolar electric field using NASA's Endurance mission. This breakthrough plays a crucial role in atmospheric escape and shapes our ionosphere, offering new insights into planetary atmospheres beyond Earth.
    - Boom Supersonic's XB-1 Test Flight: Boom Supersonic's XB-1 aircraft successfully completed its second test flight, reaching an altitude of 10,400 ft and achieving a speed of 277 mph. This flight demonstrated the retraction and extension of landing gear for the first time and tested a new digital stability augmentation system.
    - Water Vapor on Ultra-Hot Exoplanet: Researchers have detected water vapor in the atmosphere of HD 149026 b, an ultra-hot Saturn-like exoplanet located approximately 250 light years away. This discovery was made using transmission spectroscopy and provides valuable insights into the characteristics and composition of exoplanetary atmospheres.
    For more exciting content, be sure to visit our website at astronomydaily.io. There you can catch up on the latest space and Astronomy news with our constantly updating newsfeed. You can also sign up for our free Daily newsletter so you never miss a beat in the cosmos.
    Don't forget to listen to all our previous episodes as well. You can also follow us on social media. Just search for AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, and TikTok to stay connected with our community and never miss an update.
    Until next time, keep looking up.
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    11 mins
  • S03E139: Polaris Dawn Delays, Venus's Atmospheric Secrets, and DART's Asteroid Impact

    S03E139: Polaris Dawn Delays, Venus's Atmospheric Secrets, and DART's Asteroid Impact
    Aug 28 2024
    Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: 15 October 2024
    Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to Podcast for all the latest in space and Astronomy news. I'm your host Anna, and I'm delighted to have you with us today. In this episode, we have some exciting updates to share. We'll delve into recent developments from SpaceX and their ongoing Polaris Dawn mission, take a closer look at new research revealing surprising insights about Venus's atmosphere, and explore the far-reaching implications of NASA's DART mission on asteroid Dimorphos. That's not all. We'll also uncover the latest discovery from the Hubble Space Telescope, which has located a fascinating mini galaxy, and look ahead to observing Salsa satellite's reentry event. So sit back, relax, and let's journey through the cosmos together.
    Highlights:
    - SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Delay: SpaceX's ambitious Polaris Dawn astronaut mission has faced multiple delays, the most recent due to unfavorable weather forecasts and a helium leak. The team remains hopeful and is diligently monitoring both technical and weather conditions to ensure a safe and successful mission.
    - Venus's Atmospheric Mysteries: Recent observations have revealed an unexpected increase in the level of deuterium relative to hydrogen in Venus's atmosphere. This significant finding could alter our understanding of this mysterious planet and its atmospheric processes.
    - NASA's DART Mission Insights: NASA's DART mission has provided groundbreaking insights into asteroid dynamics and planetary defense. The intentional collision with the asteroid moon Dimorphos not only altered its trajectory but also significantly changed its shape, leading to far-reaching implications for our understanding of asteroid evolution.
    - Hubble's Mini Galaxy Discovery: NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured a glittering collection of stars forming the Pegasus dwarf spheroidal galaxy, also known as Andromeda VI. This discovery offers monumental insights into the universe's grand narrative and the formation of dwarf galaxies.
    - Salsa Satellite's Reentry Observation: On September 8, 2024, the Salsa satellite will reenter Earth's atmosphere, and scientists have prepared an airborne observation experiment to gather rare data on how the satellite breaks apart. This data is invaluable for designing satellites that reenter more safely and sustainably in the future.
    For more space news, be sure to visit our website at astronomydaily.io. There you can sign up for our free Daily newsletter, read insightful blog posts, and catch up on all the latest space and Astronomy news with our constantly updating newsfeed.
    Don't forget to listen to all our previous episodes as well. You can also follow us on social media. Just search for AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, and TikTok to stay connected with our community and never miss an update.
    Until next time, keep your eyes on the stars.
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    14 mins
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