Confirmation of loss of contact with Voyager 2, currently approximately 21 billion kilometers from Earth. On July 21, commands sent from Earth to Voyager 2 accidentally caused Voyager’s High Gain Antenna to point 2 degrees away from Earth. Therefore Voyager cannot currently receive messages from Earth or send messages in the direction of Earth. A…
The Manhattan Project nicknamed the Trinity Test was the most top secret nuclear test conducted by the United States. The movie Oppenheimer was released about it.Only a handful of people knew about it…after the test America dropped the nuclear bomb on Japan. But after this trinity test there was another group in this world who…
As far as we know, the universe is made up of fundamental particles like electrons and quarks. Everything we see in the universe, including ourselves, is the result of interactions between these particles. Fundamental forces mean interactions of elementary particles. Four fundamental forces have been identified. They are gravitational force, electromagnetic force, weak nuclear force…
Today marks the 34th anniversary of the launch of the Hubble Telescope, back on April 24, 1990. It was sent into space aboard the Discovery space shuttle. Even today, NASA proudly celebrates its contribution to space exploration through this remarkable telescope. Located 589 kilometers above the Earth’s surface, the Hubble Telescope continues to explore the…
Over the decades, Delta IV Heavy rockets have been instrumental in space exploration. Starting in 1960, the Delta Rocket family, with its 400-plus missions, saw the latest Delta IV Heavy rocket lift off last week, marking its final journey. As part of the secretive reconnaissance missions of the US Space Force, under the control of…
In the realm of wildlife, it’s not just the lions and tigers that reign supreme; there exists another species that fearlessly stands its ground – the honey badger. Renowned for their intelligence and tenacity, honey badgers possess traits like sharp claws and impenetrable skin, rendering them formidable opponents. While lions and tigers are commonly associated…
Yesterday, the Starlink Satellite achieved a significant milestone by capturing the total solar eclipse visible over North America. Positioned strategically in Earth’s orbit, the satellite recorded high-resolution imagery of the celestial event, showcasing the precise alignment of the moon obscuring the sun. This achievement underscores advancements in space-based technology and highlights satellites’ capacity to contribute…
During a solar eclipse, it’s crucial to remember that directly observing the sun can cause damage to your eyes, mainly due to the intense ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun. This radiation has enough energy to harm the cells in the retina of the eye, leading to potential vision problems. The extent of damage depends…
Sharks are famous for their sharp sense of smell, detecting blood from far distances. But did you know that humans have an even greater ability? When rain is on its way, we can smell it in the air, thanks to a unique scent released by the soil. Despite its tiny amount—just 0.4 parts per billion—we…
The Monday, April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total solar eclipse will begin over the South Pacific Ocean. Weather permitting, the first location in continental North America that will experience totality is Mexico’s Pacific coast at around 11:07 a.m. PDT. The path…
Beta Centauri, or Hadar, is the second brightest star in the constellation Centauris, which includes the closest star to Earth, Proxima Centauri. Located 63 degrees south of the celestial equator, this star cannot be seen by stargazers 20 degrees north of the equator. Located 490 light years away from Earth, this star is only one…
