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What In The World Is Up With Moon Music?

February 22, 2016 By Jason Brusse Leave a Comment

What In The World Is Up With Moon Music?

New findings have left scientists and conspiracy theorists wonder what in the world is up with moon music? It seems that there is more to know about the Apollo 10 mission to the dark side of the moon, the precursor to Apollo 11, the legendary quest that led to man landing on our only natural satellite.

Apollo 10 orbited around the moon back in May 1969
The crew on Apollo 10 established the record of distance from Earth, around 220,820 nautical miles away
When the spacecraft ventured within 5,000 feet of the moon, radio communications were shut down for 60 minutes
The new recordings unveiled by NASA’s Unexplained Files feature an odd whooshing sound during the one hour of silence
Astronaut Eugene Cernan called it “weird music”

Back in May 1969, three astronauts ventured as far away from our planet than everyone ever has been. That record of 220,820 nautical miles away from Earth still stands to this day. It’s not hard to imagine that every slight anomaly would weigh heavily on the mind of Apollo 10’s crew members. A sound, a feeling, and sheer instinct that they have been trained to repress could express itself in unimaginable ways.

However, one particular detail seems to be rather believable in a new recording released by NASA.

When Apollo 10 entered within the moon’s orbit and reached within 5,000 feet of its surface, their communications with Earth went silent for 60 minutes. For a full hour, the craft no longer had radio communication available. That’s why astronauts Eugene Cernan, John Young, and Tom Stafford found it odd when they could hear noise.

The weird “outer spacey” music was more of a whooshing sound that could not be explained. It left the astronauts baffled. The sound was rather frightening, but it seems the astronauts stood strong in the face of such an odd occurrence when they were very far away from home and alone. There was no one to tell during that hour.

However, back in 2008, NASA released the transcripts from the mission, including the 60 minutes during which radio communications went silent. The astronauts mention the sounds and how “no one would believe them”, but it was only recently that the actual recording was made public.

The video including tidbits of the weird space music were showed on NASA’s Unexplained Files, shown on the Science Channel. While perhaps it’s a show known for overdramatizing every detail and delving deep into the ‘what ifs’, there are some interesting explanations that seem convincing.

For starters, the show suggests that the sounds might’ve been caused by charged particles interfering with the radio communication. Something similar happened to the Cassini spacecraft around Saturn. However, the unlike the planet, the moon has no atmosphere so these particles shouldn’t exist, so it still stands to question what caused the sounds.

On why the recordings were never revealed to the public before is also a question on the minds of some. Why now? It’s quite feasible to think that the astronauts were afraid of revealing this bit of information. It was the age when being a NASA crew member meant having the “right stuff” and many adopted a policy that implied a “lie to fly” belief. Both astronauts and pilots knew that even a small mistake and crack in their stoic behavior could lead to them being deemed unstable for flight.

A NASA technician still believes that the odd sounds, or space music, was caused by radio interference from within the actual spacecraft. However, conspiracy theorists attribute it to alien life making the sounds from around the galaxy. Though, if aliens made those sounds, perhaps we don’t really want to meet them.

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Put Your Artwork On An Asteroid

February 21, 2016 By Jenna Lewis Leave a Comment

Put Your Artwork On An Asteroid

NASA is inviting you to put your artwork on an asteroid as it will hurdle through space for thousands of years to come. The new call for art submission made by the space agency will seek to encourage those interested in expressing their spirit of exploration.

The submissions will be sent via the OSIRIS-REx, to be launched later this year
The spacecraft will reach asteroid Bennu in 2018, after which it will remain there
Asteroid Bennu is 4 billion years old, around 1,600 feet across, and passes within 186,000 miles of Earth every 6 years
In the year 2182, there is a 1 in 2,500 chance that Bennu will hit our planet

NASA is accepting submissions of artwork that will be all packed on the chip to be set on board of the OSIRIS-REx (Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, Security-Regolith Explorer) space craft. It will be launched between September and October of this year, ready to take on outer space and head for asteroid Bennu. It’s a purely symbolic gesture, but it could serve to inspire some to learn more about NASA’s true mission.

It’s one of discovery, exploration, and a potential well of information on our solar system’s origins. And it could all start with asteroid Bennu.

The space rock is believed to be over 1,600 feet across and was chosen to be the first asteroid sample we return directly from space. The reason behind the choice is its relatively proximity to our planet along with a very interesting fact. Bennu has remained virtually unchanged since the formation of our solar system around 4 billion years ago. That means that its composition is potentially as primitive as we can possibly find. It could hold valuable information in just one sample.

The asteroid is rich in carbon, amino acids, and contains various organic molecules that might just offer answers about the origins of compounds, such as water, on Earth. According to Edward Beshore, OSIRIS-REx principal investigator, the original materials, like water, on our planet have been undoubtedly altered by geological events. They reacted with the atmosphere and suffered numerous chemical reactions.

However, those on Bennu have remained essentially unchanged since the formation of our very own solar system. That means that its composition is like “a time capsule” for us. It could hold valuable information about important elements found on our planet or others around us. OSIRIS-REx will collect a 2.1 ounce worth of sample when it lands on Bennu in 2018. The bit of space rock will be sent back to Earth in 2023. The spacecraft, on the other hand, will remain there for centuries, if not millennia, to come.

And it might use a bit of company. OSIRIS-REx already has 442,000 names on board as part of the Messages to Bennu project from 2014. Now, it’s ready to accept art of all kinds, ranging from photographs, graphics, videos, songs, or poems to accompany them. Everyone is encouraged to participate, and create something that will last for thousands of years and will orbit around our solar system.

According to Dante Lauretta, space exploration is a creative activity at its core. We are all explorers in our own way, whether it’s exploring space or the creating of a piece of art. Everyone interested is invited to participate in this great journey. The scientists are asking the public to submit their artwork, expressing how the spirit of exploration that the mission shows is found in their own lives. So, sending a picture of yourself lounging and watching Netflix might not be an acceptable entry.

Artists looking to submit their artwork can do so via Twitter or Instagram with #WeTheExplorers and tag them @osirisrex for the first or @osiris_rex for the latter. Send a visual of your spirit of exploration to an asteroid where it will last for years and endure outer space. Just like Bennu has for billions of years.

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Over 18,000 People Signed Up To Be Astronauts

February 20, 2016 By Daniel Austin Leave a Comment

Over 18,000 People Signed Up To Be Astronauts

A record number of over 18,000 people signed up to be astronauts for NASA’s 2017 class of men and women who will be exploring beyond the boundaries of our planet. Whether this is due to highly-anticipated Journey to Mars or flicks like The Martian and Interstellar, it’s unknown.

The application program opened on December 14^th 2015 and closed on February 18^th 2016
A record number of 18,300 people signed up
The previous record was in 1978 of 8,000 applicants
This is the first recruitment call NASA made since 2012

Back on December 14^th 2015, NASA announced that they’re opening up slots for future space programs. It was a monumental moment for numerous space enthusiasts, since the last call the space agency made was back in 2012. Now, it declared itself ready to open up its doors, participate in interviews, and recruit applicants ready to dare venture where only a few have.

And, the population certainly responded with an incredible number of people eagerly waiting for their chance to travel through space. NASA closed sign-ups on February 18^th, 2016, and reported a record number of 18,300 people ready to go through the grueling process becoming astronauts. According to Charlie Bolden, NASA’s administrator, it’s “not at all surprising” that so many applied from a great variety of background due to the upcoming Journey to Mars.

The excitement seems to have reached its peak, and the public showed its response to the possibility of such a daring mission. It’s a good time to become an astronaut due to the major events noted in NASA’s agenda. Whether all of them will be checked off or not, it remains to be seen. And yet, it appears that space enthusiasts have full faith that the future will be littered with thrilling journeys and chances to make history.

In fact, the number of applicants is three times higher than the last recruitment call in 2012. Even more, it shattered the previous record of 8,000 eager aspiring astronauts that NASA saw in 1978.

However, it’s certainly not be said that all of them will get the opportunity for an interview at the Johnson Space Centre in Houston, Texas. Over the course of this year, officials will start weeding through the vast amount of names in search for those who are most highly qualified. And it’s certainly not the type of job with minimal requirements.

First off, all applicants must be U.S. citizens and have at least a bachelor’s degree in fields such as engineering, computer science, or math, along with 3 years of professional experience. Naturally, NASA is fully welcoming of engineers, scientists, and pilots. For the latter though, aspiring astronauts need to have clocked in at least 1,000 hours of pilot-in-command time on a jet aircraft.

Applicants are also required to be physically fit and in good health to pass the “NASA long-duration astronaut physical”. That includes several space simulation tests that will stretch their bodies to astounding limits.

Among the 18,300 applicants though, only 8 to 14 of them will be accepted into the astronaut program. They will undergo proper training, after which they will be able to join several missions, such as boarding the International Space Station (ISS), and the Orion spacecraft that is meant for deep space exploration, like a manned journey to Mars. Or they could participate in future commercial crew programs such as the ones currently in development by SpaceX or Boeing.

It’s safe to say that the few lucky crew members chosen will have plenty to do once they get accepted.

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Make Sure You Think Twice Before Going To Mars

February 17, 2016 By Jakob Nielsen Leave a Comment

Make Sure You Think Twice Before Going To Mars

Now that there are only a couple of days left for the sign up, make sure you think twice before going to Mars because there are some dangers there that should not be taken lightly. Earth is not that easy to live on with the numerous diseases and elements that can kill you. And it’s our home. It’s tough to say what will be waiting on a completely foreign planet.

There are a few days left to sign up for NASA’s program, which might include a trip to Mars
NASA plans the launch in the 2030s
PROs: existing water source under the Martian surface, and the chance of a lifetime
CONs: space travel, radiation risk, landing, poisonous atmosphere, atmospheric pressure, dust, and drastic temperatures

A planetary scientist from the SETI Institute, Pascal Lee, has offered a bit of a wake-up call for those still interested on signing up for NASA’s program, which could end with a trip to the Red Planet. It sounds exciting, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will have a place in history. The first person to step on Mars might start preparing a phrase to match Neil Armstrong’s.

NASA is planning a manned mission to the Red Planet in the 2030s, with Mars One and SpaceX even hoping to have civilians there sooner. Numerous names have been given to the people who will venture that far. They range from “explorers” and “heroes”, to “test subjects” and “lab rats”, so it’s certainly something to consider well. While it seems like the trip of a lifetime, there are too many risks to count.

First off, the actual trip. Those embarking on the journey will have to travel for around 6 months, hurdling through space in closed confinement and with limited supplies. It has been established that the human body can withstand that sort of exposure by astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS). On the other hand, the ISS is regularly resupplied, and they’re not too far away from home in case of emergency situations. At least, they’re obviously closer to our planet than Mars is.

If they pass the long trip in good health however, they will still have to deal with the landing. While NASA has managed to land small rovers across the red rocky grounds, a manned spacecraft will require much more delicacy. And, even if the landing is a success, there are still a couple of more factors that are just waiting to kill you.

According to Lee, one of the first concerns would be radiation. Most of the Mars’ atmosphere is lost, which will expose humans to the solar and cosmic radiation without protection. Both the space and sun will likely cause severe effects. In fact, spacesuits or rovers will not be the greatest ways to avoid the damage. According to former NASA physician, Jim Logan, astronauts will need to live around 9 feet underground to escape it.

Furthermore, the atmosphere itself is highly toxic to human beings. There is a very high concentration of carbon dioxide (CO₂) that will place astronauts under the constant threat of suffocation. One malfunction of the oxygen supply, and they might suffer a very tragic fate and slow demise.

Another mystery is the dust on Mars. It has been shown to be much finer than the dust found on Earth, which could make humans highly vulnerable to choking on it. NASA stated that The Martian got at least one thing wrong. It’s not the 60-miles-per-hour dust storms that are dangerous, it’s the dust itself. There’s no knowing how solar panels or human lungs will react to it.

The temperature will also be a problem. If the heating system fails, astronauts will be subjected to temperatures that range between 80^o Fahrenheit (27^o Celsius) to -225^o Fahrenheit (-143^o Celsius).

Lastly, the atmospheric pressure on the Red Planet so very low that it will basically evaporate all the water in your body if you’re not in a well pressurized suit. That could mean a very slow, very painful death at the slightest misstep.

In spite of the warnings, it’s clear that some are still eager to venture beyond the limits of our planet to explore outer space. And that’s the only good part. It’s a chance of a lifetime, an opportunity to put your name in history. However, now it depends if it’s worth the cost. It will take a lot to move away from the warm yet deadly embrace of Earth with all its perils and venture into an even more dangerous and unknown world.

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What To Eat On The Way To Mars

February 12, 2016 By Jenna Lewis Leave a Comment

What To Eat On The Way To Mars

With the possibility of a manned mission still looming on the horizon, scientists debate what to eat on the way to Mars and what is the proper diet an astronaut should keep. It’s safe to say that they will be in a unique situation.

NASA is still aiming for a manned mission to Mars in the 2030s
The trip will take 3 years in total, with a 10-months-long stay on the Red Planet
NASA has yet to understand the true effects of space on the human body
That includes the need for nutrients that will be beneficial and will be able to last for years

NASA still has the goal in mind to send a crew to Mars in the 2030s. However, there are numerous obstacles in the way. Even if the space agency passes them with flying colors, the strain will be placed on top of the astronauts trained to participate in the mission. First of all, the psychological and physical effects of long-term exposure to space could be dangerous. And, for the most part, it’s wildly unknown.

So far, the longest a man has ever spent in space is less than a year on the International Space Station (ISS). However, NASA estimates that a trip to Mars, including a 10-month-long stay on the Red Planet, will take roughly 3 years. It’s a long trip, as the foreign planet is around 140 million miles away. That’s around 5,625 times the Earth’s circumference. It will not be easy on their bodies, or their minds for that matter. Isolation could result in dangerous psychological effects.

However, the most important aspect of their wellbeing is, of course, food. The very long trip will not only imply the need for meals that could last for years, but they will also have to satisfy all their nutritional requirements. Even on Earth, good and proper nutrition is key to a healthy life. One can only imagine how paramount that will be in such harsh conditions.

Millions of sailors died from scurvy in the Age of Sail, until they realized that their supplement of vitamin C from lemons and oranges was what saved them. While we have moved past such base knowledge, the trip to Mars can bring forward equally unknown consequences. And the problem is that the crew will be millions of miles away from home, with no one else to help. The most important thing is to assure that they will have everything they need, and what exactly they will need.

According to Sara Zwart, a food scientist from NASA’s Johnson Space Center, one of their goals is to optimize nutrition in a way that it will nullify the negative effects of space. This includes loss of bone density, muscle, vision problems, changes in the immune function, and, of course, damage caused by radiation exposure. They will need all the nutrients and vitamins that supplements can simply not satisfy for several years.

Although NASA is still years away from the manned mission, they have yet to understand what sort of food the astronauts will need in order to stay healthy, avoid diseases, or even death. While a sustainable food source would be ideal, Mark Watney’s potato garden from The Martian isn’t all that easy to duplicate.

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NASA Envisions Space Tourism With Destination Posters

February 11, 2016 By jeff Leave a Comment

Take the grand tour

If you ever thought about interplanetary travel, you’re not alone, as NASA envisions space tourism with destination posters that look almost convincing. It’s a beautiful display of hope for the future, even though it will likely never happen.

Designers at JPL posted a series of 14 retro posters
The posters depict a known planet as a tourist destination
It’s a tribute to NASA’s achievements, embed with clever taglines and visuals

Deep space travel may not be possible in the near future. The space agency is struggling with the possibility of putting man on Mars, but that idea is getting less and less popular by the month. Still, NASA is persisting, ambitiously unwilling to let go of such futuristic dreams. But what if deep space travel was possible? Even more, what if it was as easy as buying a plane ticket?

The American space agency posted a series of destination posters entitled “Visions of the Future” where well known planets are depicted as fun tourist attractions. And they likely would be for any space enthusiast, or virtually anyone else. Artists working at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) have put together a series of retro, colorful posters of a dream world of ‘what ifs’.

NASA Visual Strategist, Dan Goods, was at the head of the team who came up with the design. He helped the team at JPL and the engineers envision their dreams through a world where the impossible becomes possible. Because after all, that is what their staff is trying to do. Many of us are science fiction enthusiasts, but they’re part of a team that is actually putting in the effort to turn it into reality. Perhaps with their expertise, technology we know and love from movies, TV series, and books could one day be real.

According to one of the designers on the team, David Delgado, they’re glad to be able to help JPL engineers through the process of envisioning the future. It offers a clearer image, a picture of what could be, and strengthens a connection between what they do and what they could achieve. Delgado added that when NASA asked them to design new posters, they were quick to delve into the theme of interplanetary exploration.

And, quite frankly, they nailed it.

The images are beautifully designed, creative, and quirky in some places, with clever taglines and visually impressive. Planets are promoted as true destination spots, with Earth being “Your oasis in space where the air is free and breathing is easy”. Or, you can hop on over to Venus, that was “voted best place in the solar system to watch Mercury transition”, explore the “mighty auroras” of Jupiter, or book one of the multiple tours available on Mars. Pick your favored spot for your destination, and you will start exploring the universe.

It’s a spectacular concept that pays tribute to NASA’s achievements, even though it’s a mere dream of a different world. Or perhaps, it’s an ambitious goal for the centuries to come.

All the designed posters will be created into a calendar, though sadly only available for JPL staff members. However, those interested can go snatch the free downloadable versions at JPL’s official website and turn them into whatever they wish. Let your imagination flow and your mind wonder what if it was all possible.

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NASA’s Budget Might Be Cut To $19 Billion

February 10, 2016 By Kevin Kopas Leave a Comment

NASA could be facing a lower budget next year

It’s not good news for the space agency, as NASA’s budget might be cut to $19 billion next year if the proposal from the Obama administration is approved. That means less funds for several research areas.

NASA’s 2017 budget could be cut from $19.3 billion to $19 billion
The Obama administration proposes to cut funds from planetary science and deep space exploration
Instead, the funds will be directed toward Earth science and climate change

According to the proposal, President Obama’s final budget allocates $19 billion for NASA’s projects in 2017, which is a little less than the $19.3 billion it received for 2016’s fiscal year. However, there are several changes made in how the funds will be distributed. More apparently, it seems the administration wants less focus on foreign planets and much more concentration on our own home.

Specifically, the proposal suggested cuts of $800 for deep space exploration and a $100 million reduction for planetary science. That rightly implies a future manned mission to Mars, that has come under fire recently. The Science, Space, and Technology Committee recently criticized the possibility of heading off to the Red Planet, as well as the mission to redirect an asteroid. It was called near unachievable due to major costs and advancement in technology that NASA does not yet possess.

The proposal seems to further sink that possibility. According to Lamar Smith from the Science, Space, and Technology Committee, the cuts essentially “tie our astronauts’ feet to the ground”, making a future manned mission to Mars “all but impossible”. It is possible that this means NASA will be forced into heeding requests and instead direct its attention to a manned mission to the Moon. However, it’s unclear yet if the budget cut will mean the end.

In the past, Congress has ensured that space programs will be getting the required budget, which enabled the U.S. to remain the leading force in space exploration. Perhaps this will once again be the case in 2017. Otherwise, it’s not looking good.

Todd May from the Marshall Space Flight Center still seemed optimistic. He stated that their plans always include some degree of flexibility just in case of budget constraints. Instead, they direct their attention mainly to fulfilling their commitment. They are all working for the purpose of keeping the nation ahead of anyone else, and the team will not be focusing on potential cuts in funds.

In fact, they will still be going on as usual with the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, aiming for the first test to take place in 2018. A few years later, in 2023, NASA is still pushing for a trial with a crew on board, along with the Orion capsule. Both space crafts are crucial to a future manned mission to Mars.

According to the numbers within the proposal, the administration allocates $5.6 billion for science, $3.3 billion for deep space exploration, $5.1 billion for space operations such as up keeping the International Space Station (ISS), $1.5 billion for planetary science such as a new Mars rover for 2020, and $1.2 billion for the Commercial Crew program.

The Obama administration’s interest to Earth was emphasized by the additional $250 million allocated to Earth science, and the $2.2 billion directed at understanding the effects of climate change on our planet. The message seems to be that we should first explore and fix our own home before beginning to understand and explore other planets.

It is to be mentioned that the proposal also included $80 million per astronaut to be given to Russia when sending a crew member out to the ISS. However, this will change in the coming years when NASA along with SpaceX and Boeing will complete the Commercial Crew program.

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Take A 360 Degree Look Around Mars

February 9, 2016 By Kieron Robertson Leave a Comment

Close enough

With the help of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL), you can take a 360 degree look around Mars and choose the angle of the view. It’s as close as we would ever get to riding Curiosity across the Red Planet.

The camera is placed on top of the Curiosity rover, near the Namib Dune
The video was created from images the rover snapped on December 18th of last year
Viewers can see the the dune, terrain, mountains in the distance, and the rover itself

NASA just released the 360 degree video, created from a string of images of the Martian surface. It displays the eerily barren land, with dull grey rocks and trademark red hint across its sands. The beautiful display is the first interactive image we have of the Red Planet, one starting from on top of the Curiosity rover.

The images were snapped on December 18^th, 2015, in what was Curiosity’s 1,197^th Martian day on the foreign planet. With them, JPL engineers were able to create an excellent way for everyone to gander around the foreign planet directly from our computers. At the very least, it could offer us an idea of how Matt Damon’s character felt in The Martian. Sans the fear of dying and desperate need for survival.

The camera angle initially faces the well-known Namib Dune, reported to be around 23 feet away from the Curiosity rover, stretching 16 feet in height. By simply clicking on the arrows in the corner of the video or dragging our cursor on the images, we can glance around the barren land of the foreign planet. We can let our eyes linger on the red-tinted skies, the rocky ground, the sandy dunes, or Martian mountains out in the distance on the horizon.

The Curiosity rover first landed on the foreign planet on August 6^th, 2012, and has offered us curious Earthlings a series of pictures displaying the barren landscape. The vehicle is “armed” with 17 cameras on board, used to navigate around the challenging terrain, avoid hazards, and aid in scientific examinations. However, NASA engineers have been making major leaps forward in how they utilize its tools.

It’s the first interactive video NASA has released of the Red Planet, among the string of images shown to the public. However, most would know what sort of controversy they have sparked, from seeing monkeys, people, or a statue of Budha around the rocky plains. NASA has been good at not engaging conspiracy theories, but they still have a heavy battle ahead with each picture. With an image so expansive, it’s possible that more assumptions will surface.

Now, who saw Bigfoot at 1:32?

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James Webb Space Telescope’s 18th And Final Mirror Was Installed

February 8, 2016 By jeff Leave a Comment

One more step toward launch completed

James Webb Space Telescope’s 18th and final mirror was installed, which marks a significant moment in bringing the powerful telescope closer to being ready for space.

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) will replace the Hubble Space Telescope
The JWST will reportedly look into the “unexplored near-infrared” spectrum
The telescope has 18 mirrors, each around 4.3 feet across, at 88 pounds
The launch date currently seems to be 2018

NASA’s engineers managed to put the last hexagonal mirror in place. And, with it, bring the project closer to completion before the highly-anticipated launch to come in the next two years. It will be an exciting moment, as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) might be ready to replace the Hubble Space Telescope, follow in its footsteps, and hopefully bring even better results.

According to scientists, the new piece of tech will be 100 times stronger than the long lasting space titan that has been aiding the scientific community in crucial discoveries. It is a veritable “time machine”, as it will allow scientists to look back into the origins of the universe and delve deeper into its creation. The telescope will provide exceptional information about our Solar System and far beyond it.

NASA has been working on the JWST for the past decade, designing and creating such a beautiful piece of technology that is loosely the size of a tennis court. Each of the eighteen mirrors will serve as one once the telescope is in orbit, and allow scientists access to valuable information. In fact, the hexagon-shaped segments have been trimmed to near perfection.

The main difference between the JWST and Hubble Space Telescope will be their performance. They have been shaped and designed to study the unexplored part of the infrared spectrum. That means that new information will become accessible. As stated by Harvey Moseley, a NASA astrophysicist, cosmology is one of the few things where one can actually see history just by looking at it. And that is where the JWST will prove its prowess.

Each of the hexagonal mirrors is around 4.2 feet (1.3 meters) across and weights around 88 pounds (40 kilograms). Once the telescope is up in orbit, they will all unfold and work together as one giant 21.3 feet long (6.5 meter) mirror, gazing out into the universe. It will be a portal for humanity into the depths of the unknown.

According to Lee Feinberg from the Goddard Space Flight Center, the installation of the eighteenth and final mirror is “a very significant milestone”. However, now comes another important step: preparing it to remain intact after a rocket launch.

Bill Ochs, the project manager on the JWST, stated that they will now have to install other optics and proceed to further test other components. The telescope is set to launch in 2018 from the French Guiana, and, so far, all has gone according to the plan.

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What In The World Is Up With Moon Music?

Put Your Artwork On An Asteroid

What To Eat On The Way To Mars

NASA Envisions Space Tourism With Destination Posters

NASA’s Budget Might Be Cut To $19 Billion

Take A 360 Degree Look Around Mars

James Webb Space Telescope’s 18th And Final Mirror Was Installed

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