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  • On this Christmas Eve episode, we are honored to be joined by Emily Carney and Bruce McCandless III, authors of "Starbound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program". Emily Carney is a space historian, podcaster with Space & Things, and the creator of the 'Space Hipsters' Facebook group. She shares her early fascination with space, sparked by the STS-2 launch in 1983. Bruce McCandless III, whose father was Astronaut Bruce McCandless II, shares his journey of becoming a writer and what it was like being the son of an Astronaut.

    We discuss all things space, including a friendly debate on the evolving definition of "astronaut" in the context of commercial space travel. We also discuss the Space Shuttle's legacy, the importance of space exploration on culture, and the potential of SpaceX, Artemis, and the pick for NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman. They also express optimism about the future of space exploration despite current political challenges and the "Space Conundrum" of progress in the space industry.

    We hope you enjoy this lively discussion about all-things Space and we thank you our guests Emily & Bruce for sharing their time and thoughts with us!

    Get the book HERE:

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    Follow Emily & her work:

    https://space.nss.org/category/this-space-available/
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/spacehipsters
    https://spaceandthingspodcast.com/

    Follow Bruce & his work:

    https://brucemccandless.com/
    https://brucemccandless3.medium.com/

    Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!

    Topics:

    space history, space shuttle, space exploration, astronaut definition, space policy, space industry, space books, space travel, space technology, space missions, space future, space programs, space innovation, space challenges, space inspiration

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

    02:08 Emily Carney's Origin Story

    04:07 Bruce McCandless III's Background

    08:46 Discussion on Space Books and Movies

    09:58 Memorable Interviews and Space Industry Insights

    14:27 The Evolution of the Term "Astronaut"

    24:59 The Role of Commercial Space Travel

    36:27 The Space Shuttle Program and Its Legacy

    51:49 The Future of Space Exploration

    56:24 Final Thoughts on the 'Space Conundrum'

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • This week we have a triple header of space topics! We start by highlighting a potential end of year maiden launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn heavy-lift rocket, and our thoughts on the selection of Jared Isaacman as the pick as the next NASA Administrator. We share some NASA history, discuss Jared's background in commercial spaceflight, and his potential influence on NASA's future direction. We also share an AG3Dprinting Lab update for our recently successful JWST Model - 3D printed in three colors, and is now available in our Etsy Shop at ag3dprinting.etsy.com!

    What did you think? Email us at [email protected] or DM us on social media!

    Topics:

    Blue Origin, New Glenn, maiden launch, NASA Administrator, Jared Isaacman, SpaceX comparison, reusable rockets, payload capacity, 3D printing, Part Detective, James Webb Telescope, multi-color printing, Space Force, commercial space, space policy

    Sources:

    Ars Technica Article on Jared Isaacman
    https://spaceflightnow.com/2024/12/12/jared-isaacman-makes-first-public-remarks-since-nomination-for-nasa-administrator/

    Ars Technica Article on Blue Origin's New Glenn
    https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/12/intrigue-swirls-as-blue-origin-races-toward-year-end-deadline-for-new-glenn/

    Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fanastic Future by Ashlee Vance
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    Escaping Gravity: My Quest to Transform NASA and Launch a New Space Age by Lori Garver
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    SpaceX: Elon Musk and the Final Frontier by Brad Bergan
    ORDER The Book Here (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://a.co/d/4YBB5Bc

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Intro, End of the Year Gratitude, Episode Topics
    03:17 Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket and Space Industry Updates
    11:58 Blue Origin's Maiden Launch and Industry Challenges
    12:51 AG3D Lab Update: 3D Printed JWST
    22:44 NASA's New Administrator: Jared Isaacman
    35:35 Thoughts: New Horizons, NASA Social 2015, Defending NASA Programs
    43:16 The Future of NASA and Space Industry

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    Spread Love, Spread Science

    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • Who is Elon Musk? What role does he play in the Space Industry of tomorrow and how has all of this Space Progress happened recently? Is SpaceX the true cause? Elon Musk alone? Well, if it were that easy to explain this podcast wouldn't be 365 episodes long and Brad Bergan would not have written two wonderfully detailed books about the Space Race 2.0 and the history and people behind it! We hope you enjoy this in depth and deep conversation with Brad Bergan, the author of "SpaceX: Elon Musk and the Final Frontier".

    It's conversations like these, with people truly following along to the space progress over the past decade that remind me how special a time we are in. Brad Bergan was an incredible guest and we are grateful this Thanksgiving Week that he joined us to share about his new book, his space origin story, and more about a truly influential character in Elon Musk. This was recorded back in the middle of October, just after Starship Flight Test 4 and the US Elections.

    LEARN MORE about Brad Bergan: https://www.bcbergan.com/

    We'd love to hear about your reaction to Starship IFT6 - email us at [email protected] or DM us on social media!

    Otter.AI's Summary of the episode:

    "Brad Bergan, author of "SpaceX, Elon Musk and the Final Frontier," discusses his journey from Iowa to New York, his career in writing, and his transition to covering space technology. He highlights the evolution of SpaceX, from the Falcon 1 to the Starship, and the impact of Elon Musk's vision on the space industry. Bergan emphasizes the generational divide in the space industry, noting that older generations are more resistant to change. He also discusses the significance of the Europa Clipper mission and the potential for life on Europa. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of space exploration and the role of SpaceX in shaping it."

    Topics:

    Elon Musk, SpaceX book, final frontier, aerospace engineer, solar-powered spacecraft, new space race, public-private aerospace, generational divide, Mars Direct, reusable rockets, Starship development, Europa Clipper, geothermal vents, multi-planetary species, space industry

    Sources:

    https://www.bcbergan.com/

    ORDER The Book Here (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://a.co/d/4YBB5Bc

    Timestamps:

    COMING SOON

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  • Starship performs their 6th Test Flight a month after their 5th - and it was.....BANANAS! That's right we are breaking down IFT6, with our (almost) LIVE reaction to the launch! We started recording during Starship's Reentry, so you catch our reaction live to that. It was a great day for data! The Starship team's have pulled off the practically impossible and soft landed both the Super Heavy Booster & Starship. We're not quite sure what survived, but that's space development! The world's most powerful rocket took another big step forward - expect more of these launches soon!

    We also share our thoughts on the Space Economy, Lowering the cost to Access Space, Space Progress, and Heat Tile Protection required for the insanity of atmospheric reentry for spacecraft with human crew. We'd love to hear about your reaction to Starship IFT6 - email us at [email protected] or DM us on social media!

    Otter.AI's Summary of the episode:

    "The Starship IFT6 test flight successfully lifted off at 5 PM Central Time, with all 33 Raptor engines functioning. The booster performed a boost-back burn and landed offshore due to a tower issue. The starship, carrying a zero-G banana and a Starlink Pez dispenser, re-entered at 26,700 km/h, testing aggressive angles of attack. Despite some flap charring, the landing was soft. The flight marked SpaceX's second successful full lift-off and booster recovery. The test underscored the importance of rapid iteration and data gathering for future human spaceflight missions, including the Artemis III moon landing and potential Mars missions by 2026."

    Topics:

    Starship IFT6, test flight, Zero G banana, Artemis mission, space economy, reusability, Starlink satellites, hurricane relief, booster recovery, hot stage separation, aggressive reentry, heat distribution, plasma buildup, soft landing, SpaceX achievements

    Sources:

    Full Starship IFT6 launch https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1857841326542434339
    Starship Reentry-Landing clip https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1859010302819684368

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction
    00:35 Starship IFT6 Test Flight Overview
    02:07 Space Economy and Reusability
    04:23 Test Flight Breakdown and Success
    06:10 Challenges and Future Plans
    10:45 Re-Entry and Thermodynamics
    14:33 Final Approach and Landing

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • Welcome back for another episode of Today In Space! This week we're exploring the next phase of AG3D, our 3D printing lab where we bring ideas into reality. Enter - the Part Detective, where you can book us on the case of your next 3D printed part mystery! What if the crew of Apollo 13 were able to 3D print the square filter adapter for the round hole of the spacecraft's CO2 Filtration system? There's so much that 3D printing can do in our near Space Future, and we've been training to be a part of that team! In the meantime - you can take advantage of our almost decade of experience in 3D printing challenging parts successful.

    From novice to seasoned engineer - we're here to help you bring your parts into reality with 3D printing! Book a 30 minute meeting with us today at ag3d-printing.com & let's solve your next 3D printing mystery together

    Keywords: 3D printing, part detective, AG3D printing, space industry, Apollo 13, custom logo holder, fidget spinner, engineering component, 3D printing challenges, space missions, SpaceX, Relativity Space, aerospace companies, technology, additive manufacturing, small business

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Intro to the Part Detective
    00:41 My Background and Passion for 3D Printing
    02:28 The Role of 3D Printing in Space Missions
    05:06 Examples of 3D Printing Projects
    06:06 Balancing Work & Passions
    08:39 How the Part Detective Works
    08:59 Examples of Part Detective Services
    11:56 Benefits of Using the Part Detective
    13:58 Are you ready to solve your next 3D Printing mystery?

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    Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos

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  • Welcome to another episode of the podcast! On this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on AI. Specifically, the tools I actually use with some practical-use metrics to show how it's helping me (the individual) do more and spend more time in my creative zone and less time doing things I dont like.

    I also share my thoughts on AI, and some fundamental beliefs I use to guide my adoption of it. The idea of this episode to give you some real world examples of how AI benefits me, in the hopes it helps you look at AI as a tool and not the enemy. Then I'll close out with my how I think people should use it and when NOT to use AI. At the end, I share thoughts on how AI could be used in Space to help humanity travel the final frontier

    Keywords: AI tools, creativity enablement, AI metrics, AI future, AI understanding, AI benefits, AI challenges, AI productivity, AI transcription, AI editing, AI brainstorming, AI cost-benefit, AI integration, AI limitations, AI potential

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction to AI and Personal Use
    01:25 Understanding AI and Its Evolution
    04:13 AI as a Creative Partner
    08:18 Specific AI Tools and Their Benefits
    11:16 ChatGPT and Its Applications
    13:46 Otter.ai and Auto.ai for Efficiency
    17:12 Opus.ai for Social Media Promotion
    27:40 AI Tools Metrics and Cost-Benefit Analysis
    30:35 AI in the Space Future and Final Thoughts

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  • This week, we welcome Ethan Siegel on the podcast! Our guest, author of "Infinite Cosmos," discusses his STEM origin story from a curious child with a telescope to a renowned astrophysicist and science communicator. He recounts his educational path, including his PhD from the University of Florida and postdoctoral work at the University of Arizona.

    Siegel emphasizes the importance of curiosity and overcoming crises in career choices. He highlights the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) as a revolutionary tool for understanding the universe's early stages. Siegel's book, "Infinite Cosmos: Visions from the James Webb Space Telescope," explores JWST's discoveries, including the earliest galaxies and the formation of supermassive black holes. He calls for continued investment in space telescopes to uncover more cosmic mysteries.

    For all you Big Bang Theory fans (the theory, not the show) Ethan showcases just how JWST & Hubble have helped us understand how the universe looks and now, thanks to Webb, how the early universe grew up! From black holes, to dark matter, and the early universe - there's plenty here for the astrophysics junkies & the space newbies. Make sure to check out Ethan's book here: https://amzn.to/48gg6xh

    https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/

    https://bigthink.com/people/ethansiegel/

    Topics:
    James Webb Space Telescope, Ethan Siegel, astrophysicist journey, science communication, early universe, dark matter, pulsar timing, cosmic inflation, supermassive black holes, Orion Nebula, Fomalhaut system, discovery potential, National Geographic book, perfect launch, science outreach

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Ethan Siegel's Journey to Becoming an Astrophysicist
    03:37 Ethan's Education and Early Career in Astrophysics
    14:54 Navigating Career Crises and Choosing a Path Forward
    19:12 Ethan's Early Universe Research Focus and Contributions
    34:07 The Role of Curiosity and Continuous Learning
    38:55 The impact of James Webb Space Telescope
    52:58 Key Discoveries and Surprises from JWST
    55:58 The Future of Space Telescopes and Cosmology
    01:00:38 Closing Thoughts and Final Advice

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • Hey there Space Fam we’re back for another episode of Today In Space! We need to review SpaceX’s historic success of Starship’s Flight Test 5, which happened just this past Sunday on October 13th, 2024. They made the impossible possible and gave us a glimpse of what our future looks like going back to the Moon, on to Mars in 2026, and beyond in the future of human space travel. Let's dive right in!

    This week we review some of the top facts from the mission in a lightning round, and then share a launch and landing breakdown! We close with some thoughts after Flight Test 5 showed us the impossible is quite possible, and this had me thinking about the first humans to touchdown on Mars and how Starship will change how we think about the crew selected for such an adventure.

    Topics:

    Starship launch, super heavy booster, liquid oxygen, methane plumes, hot stage separation, Mechazilla catch, 33 Raptor engines, propellant load, Starbase Texas, regulatory approval, boost back burn, lifting lugs, stainless steel, Mars missions, skilled labor

    Sources:

    https://www.spacex.com/updates/

    https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1842607356611563936

    https://www.spacevoyaging.com/news/2024/10/13/starship-completes-its-fifth-test-flight-demonstrating-booster-catch/

    https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=starship-flight-5

    https://x.com/spacex/status/1845152255944819015?s=46&t=CTA3xJCHFoY9hV9qgrj4Jw

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction
    01:41 Starship IFT5 Facts Lightning Round
    03:05 Details around Launch of Starship & Super Heavy Catch
    04:42 Launch Breakdown: Challenges & Successes
    07:50 Thoughts on Starship after successful flight test 5
    13:47 How Starship will change the game is space
    16:15 Closing thoughts and outlook for a fantastic future

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    Spread Love, Spread Science

    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • We're back to start October for a Space Update!

    This week on Episode 359:

    Crew-9 successfully docked with the space station, marking a significant milestone for the Commercial Crew Program as Crew Dragon acts as backup to bring Suni & Butch home in Early 2025 Astronomy news | Comet C/2023-A3 Atlas is now visible, with its brightness increasing as it approaches perihelion (best time might be the last two weeks of October!) SpaceX's Starlink is aiding hurricane-affected areas (Hurricane Helene) with free internet services. Starship is assembled for Test Flight 5 and awaiting FAA approval for its fifth test flight. My thoughts on SpaceX & the FAA Heading to NYCC to compete in Veefriends TCG Championship!

    Topics:

    Crew 9, Starliner drama, Commercial Crew Program, visible comet, Comet a3, Starlink satellites, Hurricane Helene, SpaceX Starship, FAA approval, Mars mission, New York Comic Con, VeeFriends TCG, trading cards, cosplay, space update

    Sources:

    https://earthsky.org/space/comet-c-2023-a3-sep-oct-2024-tsuchinshan-atlas/

    https://www.space.com/comet-tsuchinshan-atlas-brightening-perihelion-how-to-see

    https://www.instagram.com/veefriendscards/p/DAYzKQeOdcJ/

    https://www.spacex.com/updates/

    https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1842607356611563936

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction
    00:47 No more 'stranded Astronauts' Crew 9 at Space Station!
    02:49 Astronomy news: Comet Atlas (A3) Visible in October!
    05:40 SpaceX's Starlink and Hurricane Helene Releif
    07:56 Starship and FAA Regulations
    13:50 New York Comic Con and VeeFriends TCG Championship!

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • On this week's episode we are joined by John Conafay, the CEO & Co-Founder of Integrate to share his STEM Origin story and chat with us about the company. Integrate is touted as the only program management tool built specifically for multi-team hardware development. Another way of saying it could be that Integrate is bringing all of the various hardware teams involved in launching a rocket to space under one platform.

    The overlapping timelines of each piece of hardware on that rocket is a daunting task, especially when more than one thing goes wrong. Going to space is not just technically hard, it's a web of decisions that all need to go right - and it's not being looked at as fully or strategically as even the most Space Hardcore might think!

    John and his team at Integrate are working to solve this problem by bringing all of these hardware teams into one program management tool. One timeline, everyone's needs, one source of truth. Which, if done well, could help reduce many potential mistakes and stressful time management issues last second. Reducing these "easy human mistakes" with program management can make space travel more successful, cost less, and reduce a lot of baseline risk. At the end of the day, what's a rocket launch other than a string of risky decisions that need to go right in order to get to space?

    We'd love to know what YOU think! Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at [email protected].

    Topics:

    space, industry, company, building, hardware, work, launch, integrate, risk, mission, sales, spacex, satellites, small launch, punk, entrepreneur, business, hardware integration, mission planning


    Sources:

    https://integrate.co/

    https://blog.integrate.co/why-the-price-discrepancy-between-integrate-and-jira-d793dafd5b6d

    Timestamps:

    00:00 John Conafay Introduction & Background & What Integrate is all about
    02:14 What is Business Development and Sales....in Space?
    12:28 Challenges in the Space Industry today
    15:42 Integrate's Role in Space Industry Collaboration
    19:10 You need someone else to go to space - it's inherently Teamwork driven
    26:14 John's Space Industry Origin Story
    33:06 John's creative/entreprenureal Origin Story
    41:52 When did you recognize the problem that Integrate was made to solve?
    48:42 What excites you about the future of Space Travel?
    55:18 Closing Thoughts & Motivation

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  • On this episode, we're breaking down the Polaris Dawn Mission after the Crew of 4 has returned safely from their 5-Day mission & 1st Commercial Spacewalk! If you wanted a quick catch up of everything Polaris Dawn - we got you covered. We'll start with a mission overview, and discuss the Human Spaceflight records broken, the scientific research done, the details of the spacewalk, reentry & splashdown recovery, and what we think are the significance and impact of the mission!

    A great episode to get caught up! Let us know what you think in the comments or email us at [email protected]

    Topics:

    spacex, space, crew, astronauts, polaris dawn, spacewalk, spacesuit, EVA, nasa, human spaceflight, earth, launch,, science, research, falcon 9, crew dragon

    Sources:

    https://polarisprogram.com/dawn/

    https://x.com/PolarisProgram

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Polaris Dawn Mission Overview
    02:34 Breaking Human Spaceflight Records
    04:51 Scientific Research and Spacewalk Details
    06:47 Re-Entry and Recovery Process
    08:59 Public Engagement and Future Plans
    11:33 Significance and Impact of the Mission
    16:09 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • On this week's episode Matthew Onassis and Luca De Caneva, co-founders of NAVXCOM, join us to discuss their company's mission to develop a Lunar Positioning System (LPS) for autonomous navigation and communication on the moon.

    Matt & Luca share their STEM origin story which includes meeting at NASA identifying a gap in lunar infrastructure. NAVXCOM won a contract with NASA Marshall Space Flight Center to establish the first proof of concept by the end of the year.

    The NAVXCOM team aims to support autonomous lunar operations, including rover deployment and habitat preparation. Leaning into AI & collaboration in the space industry, NAVXCOM has big plans for dual-use technologies for Earth and Space Applications!

    We'd love to know what YOU think! Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at [email protected].

    Topics:
    ai, nasa, companies, space, system, rovers, idea, lunar, proposal, talk, started, today, industry, terms, develop, people, satellites, moon, working, operations, navxcom

    Sources:

    https://www.navxcom.com/

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction to Today In Space Podcast, we NEED Lunar Infrastruture!
    03:15 Matthew Onassis & Luca De Caneva / NAVXCOM Co-Founders
    04:41 What is NAVXCOM and Its Mission?
    05:37 NASA Internship Experience
    12:27 Transition from NASA to NAVXCOM
    17:37 Challenges and Opportunities in the Space Industry
    19:12 Lunar Positioning System (LPS), Autonomous Deployment and Scalability
    45:24 AI and Cybersecurity in Space Technology
    58:49 Future of NAVXCOM and Space Industry
    01:11:03 Closing Remarks and Encouragement

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  • We're back for another Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test update! NASA has finally made the decision to return the Starliner uncrewed, leaving the Crew 9 mission with two empty seats so that SpaceX can bring Astronauts Suni Williams & Butch Wilmore back to Earth in February 2025. It's been a summer full of human spacflight and enough chaos to go with it! We share the top 3 press questions from the conference that truly encapsulates the whole situation.

    But this was a truly special day in Human Spaceflight History that I think will be given more appreciation in the future when we look back at it. In the meantime, the press will have a field day with Boeing. And while NASA will have some flack, they truly represented the best of human spaceflight today with this decision and how they held themselves in leadership positions. We need more of that. I'm very excited and optimistic for the future of space and humanity after today!

    We'd love to know what YOU think! Let us know in the comments below or by emailing us at [email protected].

    Topics:

    nasa, spacecraft, thruster, engineer, risk, data, boeing, testing, thrust, space, engineering, crew, astronauts, seal, problem, white sands, trust, decision, oxidizer, mission, vehicle, disagreement

    Sources:

    August 24. 2024 NASA Boeing CFT Update Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/live/AGOswKRSsHc?si=mi4qg-iAILJRONFa

    https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/08/yes-nasa-really-could-bring-starliners-astronauts-back-on-crew-dragon/

    https://apnews.com/article/astronauts-landing-space-station-frank-rubio-7826312581aa71a969781fbbb2dd9435

    https://starlinerupdates.com/

    https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/07/nasa-nears-decision-on-what-to-do-with-boeings-troubled-starliner-spacecraft/

    https://arstechnica.com/science/2023/01/russia-will-abandon-soyuz-on-orbit-fly-up-a-new-one-to-bring-crew-home/

    https://www.space.com/spacex-dragon-changes-astronaut-seats-boeing-starliner

    Timestamps:

    00:00 NASA's Decision on Starliner and Crew-9 | Great Leadership from NASA!
    04:00 Press Question #1 Rebuilding Trust with Boeing?
    07:41 Press Question #2 Technical Disagreements and Data Analysis, when did the doubt begin for the thrusters?
    11:41 Press Question #3 NASA's Decision-Making Process for choosing Crew Dragon?
    14:41 Closing thoughts from Alex on the NASA decision

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  • On this episode we are breaking down the next exciting human spaceflight mission: Polaris Dawn! The mission will be the 1st Commercial Spacewalk at 700km/435 miles above the Earth. Aside from breaking human spaceflight records, there will be an incredible amount of research, science, and technology demonstrations as well! The new SpaceX EVA (Spacewalk) suit, Crew Dragon spacecraft, and Falcon 9 rocket are ready - and so is the crew! Preparations for launch NET April 27th 03:38AM ET are underway!

    We dive into the original of the Polaris Program, Inspiration 4 - which was the 1st Commercial Orbital Mission before it. It's commander - Jared Isaacman, is leading the Polaris Dawn crew to the next adventure of attempting the highest ever Human-flown Earth orbit & EVA! Meet the crew and hear the story of what to expect for this 5-day mission and why it might be the most underrated human spaceflight mission of 2024!

    A great episode to get caught up before the launch - and some thoughts on why its important, as well as what to look out for on this 5 day mission!

    Topics:

    spacex, space, crew, astronauts, polaris dawn, spacewalk, spacesuit, EVA, nasa, human spaceflight, earth, launch, inspiration, SANS, science, research, falcon 9, crew dragon

    Sources:

    https://polarisprogram.com/dawn/

    https://inspiration4.com/

    https://x.com/PolarisProgram

    https://www.nature.com/articles/s41433-023-02522-y

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Polaris Dawn Mission Overview
    02:55 3D Printed Star Man Helmet
    04:02 Inspiration4 - A Recap of the mission before Polaris Dawn
    06:37 Polaris Dawn Crew Introduction
    15:54 Mission Objectives and Research
    16:14 Spacesuit Technology and Mobility
    20:07 Mission Timeline and Launch Details
    22:35 Final Thoughts and Future Polaris Program Missions

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  • We're back for the next update of Boeing's Starliner's Crew Flight Test (CFT) and the subsequent delays in the flight readiness review meeting. Coupled with reported internal NASA concerns related to the Starliner's Reaction Control System (RCS) thrusters - it's clear there isn't 100% confidence & more options needs to be considered. That means engineering is involved!

    So let's dive into the world of an Engineer: Using a nuanced approach to understanding all of the physics involved that ultimately guides your decision-making for managing risk in bringing these adventurous human beings home. Human Spaceflight is as real as it gets!

    On this episode we put you in the Engineer's seat as we consider multiple viewpoints and the importance of gathering accurate data to inform your decision-making (aka being a good engineer). We also discuss the difference between a healthy & toxic STEM environment as well as how dissenting opinions can be voiced and addressed in combination with rigorous testing and data analysis.

    Topics:

    nasa, spacecraft, thruster, engineer, risk, data, boeing, testing, thrust, space, engineering, crew, astronauts, seal, problem

    Sources:

    https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/08/yes-nasa-really-could-bring-starliners-astronauts-back-on-crew-dragon/

    https://apnews.com/article/astronauts-landing-space-station-frank-rubio-7826312581aa71a969781fbbb2dd9435

    https://starlinerupdates.com/

    https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/07/nasa-nears-decision-on-what-to-do-with-boeings-troubled-starliner-spacecraft/

    https://arstechnica.com/science/2023/01/russia-will-abandon-soyuz-on-orbit-fly-up-a-new-one-to-bring-crew-home/

    https://www.space.com/spacex-dragon-changes-astronaut-seats-boeing-starliner

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Boeing Starliner issues and NASA's response.
    05:00 Eric Berger & ARS Technica's Breakdown of Starliner's return and Crew options
    09:40 NASA's backup plan: Bring astronauts home in Crew Dragon spacecraft.
    15:35 Spacecraft thruster performance and survivorship bias @TheJordanNoone
    20:23 Engineering challenges and Space Mission development
    24:47 Challenges of engineering, particularly in space industry.
    25:42 NASA's Boeing Starliner testing and risk assessment.

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • In this week's episode Alex breaks down his thoughts on the connections between Space & Sea Travel! It's amazing what being on an adventure in a beautiful place like Scotland can do for your imagination and deep thinking. All the island (isle) hopping we did, along with hiking the highlands and the lowlands, made me see just how similar sea travel is with space travel! The same small crews of professionals taking us to from island to isle in Scotland will be taking humans to low Earth Orbit, the Moon, and eventually Mars!

    The first days (years) of regular, continuous human spaceflight will be adventurous, and will require small, highly dedicated teams of trained Astronauts. Adventuring through Scotland brought that time to my imagination - so let's talk about how we get there! So buckle up, and get ready for a ride as we venture to the potentially near-future of human spaceflight.

    We want to hear what YOU think about what's to come in our near future with human spaceflight! So make sure to COMMENT below, EMAIL us at [email protected], or DM US on social media.

    Topics:
    space, dock, travel, island, astronauts, moon, ship, scotland, life, mission, orbit, puffins, podcast, human, spacecraft, test pilots, crew, human beings, artemis

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction to Episode 352 Space Vs Sea Travel
    01:38 Comparing Space with Sea exploration after visit through Scottish Isles
    06:32 "Isle Hopping" Space travel with Docking stations for long-term human presence in space.
    14:20 Early Space Travel may look like Naval Crews island hopping tourists

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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  • We got an update from the NASA & Boeing teams about Starliner CFT on July 10th, 2024. We wanted to share the TOP 4 Press & Media Questions and the NASA/Boeing team answers for us to all gain more INSIGHT into this Crew Test Flight for Boeing. I think we learned a lot about the problem and how the Boeing & NASA teams think about this.

    As most revealing things, it brings up more questions. So buckle up - and let's dive into the top 4 questions & answers from the July 10th Update with a short breakdown from me with my thoughts (from an engineer) after each one!

    We want to hear what YOU think too! So make sure to COMMENT below, EMAIL us at [email protected], or FOLLOW US on social media.

    SOURCES:

    Media Briefing: NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test (July 10, 2024):
    https://www.youtube.com/live/PAIZHhrGqBM?si=v9gCtlaLOJkYIN2s

    Topics:
    thruster, spacecraft, flight, deorbit burn, boeing, question, astronauts, white sands, test, return, pulses, space station, crew, mission, undocking, space, testing, undock, work

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction to Episode 351 NASA Boeing Update
    02:30 Boeing Starliner issues and potential backup plan.
    06:19 Spacecraft thruster issues and return plans for astronauts.
    12:21 Spacecraft thruster systems and their importance for reentry.
    17:22 Spacecraft testing and emergency procedures.
    21:28 Spacecraft thruster issues and testing.

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  • There was A LOT of space news happening the last 2 weeks while we were adventuring in Scotland! (more on that soon) Our first episode back is dedicated to the Boeing Starliner news and reports of the astronauts being “stranded” on the ISS. We break down why that click-bait headline isn’t true but also how NASA is dealing a double standard with Boeing's test flight status.

    We review the latest from what’s been shared by NASA/Boeing leadership, the tests underway, and what to expect for a timeline for when Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore could return home on Starliner.

    We also discuss the possibility of another spacecraft bringing the Astronauts home, as well as the “worst-case” scenario from all of this.

    But in the meantime - we want to know what YOU think! Email us at [email protected], or DM us on social media!

    Topics from the episode:
    astronauts, spacex, boeing, spacecraft, space, thrusters, nasa, teleconference, stranded, testing, helium leaks, space shuttle, iss

    SOURCES:

    International Space Station Operations (June 28, 2024)
    https://www.youtube.com/live/u-BGAPuzxZU?si=GzPU3yBxKHwiE79E

    The 'Topics from the episode' above and the timestamps below for the episode were generated using AI (otter.ai) by processing the audio file.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 What’s Boe-ing on with Starliner? And NASAs response. Alex’s REACTION
    06:02 Why Starliner is NOT stranded, and where the 45 day limit comes from
    12:29 The WORST case scenario for the Crew, Starliner, and the US Space Program
    15:23 Helium Valve Leaks & Thruster Issues for Starliner - Why are they still a problem?
    18:45 Final Thoughts on NASA, Boeing Starliner, and the US Human Space Program

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  • On this episode we dive into the Human Factor where we talk about what it means to be human, and how ALL of our traits & skills matter (good and bad). This week we're discussing what it means to be DEDICATED and why 'the Mission' is so important to a person like myself, especially after 10 years of podcasting about all-things space!

    We want to thank ‪@veefriends‬ for making these AWESOME Character Caps, and while I wasn't 100% sure which Cap I was going to relate to at first the DEDICATED Dragonfly hit home. Great time to reflect on the hard-work, challenges, and sacrifices it takes to make it happen.

    We'd love to know what YOU think in the comments!

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  • The first week of June went HARD for Space - and for Human Spaceflight it was fully loaded! So many launches, including the success of Boeing's CFT Starliner that brought Astronauts Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore! We break down what happened, why it was a success, and our thoughts on the Crew Test Flight. We really can't stress how important having TWO human-rated spacecraft for the US to launch from our own soil - and we do our best to tell that story with this episode. For those wondering - this is a good review of my thoughts on EVERYTHING Starliner CFT - so buckle up. Best of luck to Astronauts Suni & Butch on their return trip on 'Calipso' - their Starliner!

    Let us know what YOU thought about Boeing's Starliner Crew Test Flight - email us at [email protected]!

    Topics from the episode:

    spacecraft, astronauts, space, boeing, spacex, space station, orbit, launch, nasa, program, humans, leaks, space shuttle, test, iss, experienced, decisions, united launch alliance, crew, team

    We'd love to know your thoughts and questions!

    Email us at [email protected]

    SOURCES:

    https://www.youtube.com/live/HneVxAmYcaA?si=htH7JFLrIH5s5gAJ

    https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/05/the-surprise-is-not-that-boeing-lost-commercial-crew-but-that-it-finished-at-all/

    https://www.space.com/boeing-starliner-helium-leaks-assessment

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xY96v0OIcK4

    The 'Topics from the episode' above and the timestamps below for the episode were generated using AI (otter.ai) by processing the audio file.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    01:17 Boeing's Starliner launches Astronauts & docks with the ISS, despite challenges and delays.
    05:55 NASA's Commercial Crew Program and its benefits for space exploration.
    11:35 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft and its impact on space travel.

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    Alex G. Orphanos

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