NASA – May the 4th be with you!

  How does NASA's technology measure up to the likes of fictional technology found in the likes of Star Wars... The truth maybe closer than you think and the force is with them! https://nasa.tumblr.com/post/173576478484/may-the-4th-be-with-you No ownership claimed on images - Credit NASA lanet Simon   Also find Planet Simon on Twitter Come and visit find me … Continue reading NASA – May the 4th be with you!

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NASA technology and how it’s making life safer for the human race.

  It's often hard to appreciate the benefits to the human race of space exploration, but there are so many things that we use everyday that wouldn't exist if it wasn't for NASA and space exploration. This post highlights some of the safety systems used that were originally developed by NASA.   https://nasa.tumblr.com/post/170152214274/6-ways-you-are-safer-thanks-to-nasa-technology Credit: NASA … Continue reading NASA technology and how it’s making life safer for the human race.

Where my feet have been – A Radio Telescope Array

Having just moved to another work building (which is even more in the sticks) I took my usual walk about and I have to warn you now that the lifespan of my brain might be a bit reduced because I discovered that we're surrounded by radio telescopes. In every direction! For some reason I find … Continue reading Where my feet have been – A Radio Telescope Array

Humans on Mars – My view on the Logic and Insanity

The concept of human colonising Mars isn't new - it's decades old and has been talked about since space travel started in the 1950's and 60's. Since the Moon landings the science community has viewed that travelling to Mars as being the next logical step in manned space exploration. The science and engineering behind this effort … Continue reading Humans on Mars – My view on the Logic and Insanity