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The Falcon 9 rocket, which will launch NASA's PACE mission, was rolled out and installed at SLC-40 (Space Launch Complex 40) of the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) for the launch, scheduled for February 6, 1:33 a.m. ET, 06:33 UTC, and 07:33 CET. Our Livestreams: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eQfEXWiw Facebook: https://fb.me/e/51OUgtC4A Picture credits: SpaceX PACE's data will help us understand how the ocean and atmosphere exchange carbon dioxide. In addition, it will reveal how aerosols might fuel phytoplankton growth in the surface ocean. Novel uses of PACE data will benefit our economy and society. For example, it will help identify the extent and duration of harmful algal blooms. PACE will extend and expand NASA's long-term observations of our living planet. Doing so will take Earth's pulse in new ways for decades. The primary science instrument planned for PACE is the Ocean Color Instrument (OCI), which will be capable of measuring the color of the ocean from ultraviolet to shortwave infrared. PACE will also include two polarimeters. Such instruments are used to measure how the oscillation of sunlight within a geometric plane - known as its polarization - is changed by passing through clouds, aerosols, and the ocean. The polarimeters onboard the PACE observatory are the spectro-polarimeter for planetary exploration (SPEXone) and the hyper-angular research polarimeter (HARP2). They will be contributed by a consortium based in the Netherlands and the University of Maryland Baltimore County. SPEXone and HARP2 will meet the PACE mission's needs by providing complementary spectral and angular sampling, polarimetric accuracy, and spatial coverage (see table below). They will provide opportunities for improved OCI atmospheric correction, as well as a comprehensive range of aerosol and cloud science data products beyond what could be accomplished by the OCI alone. Thus, the synergistic payload of the OCI, SPEXone, and HARP2 will be poised to make significant breakthroughs in aerosol-cloud-ocean research.

Unsung Hero of the Moon Landings - The Saturn V Instrument Unit 🚀🌙 The Saturn V rocket that carried astronauts to the Moon had a crucial component hidden from view - the Instrument Unit. This ring-shaped structure 🔘 contained the guidance system that steered the massive rocket on its trajectory to the lunar surface. Designed by NASA 🛰️ and built by IBM, the Instrument Unit was a marvel of 1960s technology. It housed a digital computer, inertial guidance platform, accelerometers, and other electronics to precisely control the rocket's flight. Without this unsung hero, the historic Apollo missions would not have been possible. 🚀🌕 One of the original Instrument Units is now on display at the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center, a testament to the engineering brilliance 🧠 that propelled humanity to new heights. Next time you learn about the Saturn V, remember the vital role of the Instrument Unit in making those moon landings a reality. 🌐🌍 https://lnkd.in/ebtmbHhz #SaturnV #InstrumentUnit #Apollo #NASA #Space #Engineering #History 🚀🛸🌘

As we gear up for the #solareclipse happening on Monday April 8th, the last total solar eclipse crossing the U.S. for the next 20 years, we have an exciting artwork to share! The Rbhu team had the opportunity to work with Stratin Engineering on their piece “Earth Pulse” installed at the #NASA Headquarters public lobby in DC! The Earth Pulse displays communications between NASA and the NASA earth satellites (the name shown before the light animation) over the Near Space Network. The piece is a live artwork meaning that what is shown is what is happening live at that moment. The direction and amount of light is directly related to the amount of data being received and sent to the satellite. Visit www.stratinengineering.com to learn more! @nasaearth @nasa #solareclipse2024 #stratinengineering #rbhu #publicart #engineering #space #science #art #totalsolareclipse #sun #eclipse2024 #earthinformationcenter #eic #liveart #lightart #installationart

#EDAR, a proven NASA Spinoff #RemoteSensing device, can work with governments to deliver #Accurate #RDE data and define areas needing low emission zones. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eFadeX8.

After 50 years the United States is officially back on the moon! Intuitive Machines' Nova-c lunar lander has touched down after lifting off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The approach with NASA's Artermis campaign and the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative represents a much larger role for the private sector than the Apollo program. NASA is working hand in glove with the private sector to seek to establish several low cost, reliable commercial partners. Now to ponder which approach will get to a manned mission to Mars first - Government, public-private partnership or a fully commercial mission?

Revolutionizing Space Exploration: How Our Sentient AI Innovation Can Empower NASA's Mission "We're on the cusp of a new era in space exploration! Our team has developed cutting-edge Sentient AI technology that can significantly enhance NASA's capabilities. Our innovation can: - Enhance decision-making: Sentient AI can analyze vast datasets, identifying patterns and insights to inform critical decisions. - Automate complex tasks: Freeing human experts to focus on high-level strategy and research. - Improve spacecraft autonomy: Enable real-time adaptability and response to changing space environments. - Boost crew safety: Predictive analytics and risk assessment for optimized mission planning. Let's collaborate to propel NASA's mission forward! How can our Sentient AI innovation support your space exploration initiatives? Share your thoughts and let's explore the possibilities! #SentientAI #SpaceExploration #NASA #Innovation #Collaboration #FutureOfSpace" #ArtificialIntelligence #SpaceTechnology #Partnership

Incredible ! Rescue mission in the Solar system. (Spoiler alert : Done without Tom Cruise). Take 5' to read it. Pretty far away - NASA saved Voyager 1 mission id 24 Billions km afar (!!!) - 22.5hours to send the signal & 22.56hours to get it back ((i) yes, it travels at light speed. (ii) Yes, it's less than the Milemnium falcon but the max physics allow in our world) The Problem : - On-board computer damaged by radiation or simply too old was not working properly. The glitch meant Voyager 1 was unable to send coherent updates about its health and science observations. - no functional clone of the system on earth, so no way to simulate the problem with actual hardware or the solution - new code was too big to the small memory of voyager 1 (launched in 1977) The solution: The Engineering team divided the code and manager to store it in another part of the memory area. The check the code line by line (eye only check). Happy ending: In the end, "the hard work paid off !" Hat down for the NASA's incredible team, their patience and expertise.

🚀 Exploring the Fundamentals of Rocket Propulsion! 🚀 Dive deep into the fascinating world of rocket science with "Fundamentals of Rocket Propulsion"! 🌌 Whether you're an aerospace enthusiast or a budding engineer, this book is your gateway to understanding the forces that power our journey to the stars. 🌠 🔧 Learn about: ● Propellant types and their chemistry 🧪 ● Thrust generation and optimization 🔭 ● Rocket engine design principles 🛠️ Get ready to ignite your passion for space exploration and push the boundaries of what's possible! 🌍➡️🌕 Join the pioneers at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and leading space companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin in mastering the principles that drive humanity's quest to explore the cosmos. 🚀🌌 📚 Grab your copy now and start your journey to the cosmos! 📚 #RocketScience #AerospaceEngineering #SpaceExploration #STEM #BookRecommendation #EngineeringMagic #SpaceEnthusiast #RocketPropulsion #FutureOfSpace #NASA #SpaceX #BlueOrigin

The little off world helicopter that could, still can. Always nice to see NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and European Space Agency - ESA missions that exceed their planned mission lifetimes. Voyager, SOHO, Spirit, Opportunity, and more. Approximately 87% of U.S. military and civil satellites and approximately 75% of commercial satellites met or exceeded their design life. The design life for commercial satellites increased by greater than 50% for satellites with cost <$300M and has remained flat for satellites with cost >$300M. https://lnkd.in/g7vdGmty #space #nasa #esa #spacetechnology #spaceindustry

#OKSI x #NASANews 🚀 NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration has granted awards for the Development and Advancement of Lunar Instrumentation (DALI) for use in future lunar missions, including the agency's Commercial Lunar Payload Services and Artemis campaign. 🎉 A big win for our team here at OKSI. In partnership with Honeybee Robotics and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center we are producing an instrument that can measure lunar water and other volatiles on the Moon. It will be designed to help answer important specific questions related to the origin, history, and future of water on the Moon, as well as help better understand planetary processes in general. The project will push forward a novel measurement approach using a hollow fiber optic gas cell, called a capillary absorption spectrometer (CAS). The CAS will be paired with a sample handling system optimized for analysis on the Moon. The resulting Lunar CAS (LuCAS) prototype will prove the technology on Earth, paving the way for its use on the Moon.  🌑 🌒 🌓 🌔 🌕 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eCc4CQJk