The updates continue. Last week we talked about dark matter, and this week we continue with its partner dark energy.
Apr 30th: Dark Energy, 2018 Edition
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Apr 23rd: Meteor Showers. Yes, the sky is falling
Dress warmly, gather some friends and family, and head outside to watch sand burn in the upper atmosphere. There’s nothing like a good meteor shower.
Apr 16th: Dark Matter, 2018 Edition
Last week, we gave you an update in particle physics. This week it’s time to see what’s new in the world of dark matter
Apr 9th: Particle Physics Update
Apr 2nd: Docking, Refueling, Transferring
Once you’ve made to the space, what do you want to do? You’ll probably want to dock with another space ship, deliver cargo, refuel. Today we’ll talk about how all that happens.
Mar 26th: Transfer Orbits & Gravitational Assists
Whether you’re heading to the outer Solar System or you want to visit the Sun itself, the planets themselves can help you in your journey.
Mar 19th: Stopping in Space
How do spacecraft stop? And what does that even mean when everything is orbiting?
Mar 12th: Alternative Ways to Space
Today we’ll talk about alternative methods of spaceflight.
Mar 5th: Going Faster, Higher, Farther after Fairing Separation
Rockets have additional stages to push them into trajectories, like transfer orbits and various orbital maneuvers. Let’s talk about what happens after the rocket is long gone, beyond our sight.
Feb 26th: Multi-stage Boosters
The vast majority of rockets are multi-staged affairs. Why is this? What makes this kind of rocket so successful?