Simply Space

Explore the potential crisis aboard the International Space Station as NASA and Roscosmos grapple with a persistent air leak. Discover the inspiring journey of Rosemary Coogan, a new British astronaut advocating for accessible space travel. Plus, follow the European Space Agency's Hera mission to Mars and China's latest advancements with the Tianzhou-8 spacecraft. Join us for an in-depth look at the challenges and triumphs shaping the future of space exploration. Sources: https://people.com/nasa-believes-iss-leak-can-be-catastrophic-8746662 https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/nov/16/space-travel-should-not-be-just-for-the-elites-says-new-british-astronaut https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/europes-hera-asteroid-probe-heads-for-mars-after-engine-burn https://spacenews.com/tianzhou-8-spacecraft-delivers-supplies-key-experiments-to-tiangong-space-station/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) NASA Believes International Space Station Leak Can Be 'Catastrophic' (00:03:29) Space travel should not be just ‘for the elites’, says new British astronaut (00:06:30) Europe's Hera asteroid probe heads for Mars after engine burn (00:10:11) Tianzhou-8 spacecraft delivers supplies, key experiments to Tiangong space station

Explore the latest advancements in space technology as NASA awards a pivotal space weather contract to the Southwest Research Institute, marking a new era in space instrumentation. Discover Impulse Space's ambitious plans for Falcon 9 launches with SpaceX, and delve into the University of Arizona's groundbreaking 'spectral fingerprint' atlas for satellite identification. Plus, gain insights into the physical and psychological challenges faced by astronauts on long space missions. Join us for a journey through the cutting-edge developments shaping the future of space exploration and security. Sources: https://spaceanddefense.io/nasa-awards-space-weather-contract-to-southwest-research-institute/ https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Impulse_Space_plans_trio_of_Falcon_9_launches_with_SpaceX_999.html https://news.arizona.edu/news/new-spectral-fingerprint-atlas-satellites-aims-improve-space-security https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/news/2024/11/15/physical-changes-of-body-in-space Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) NASA Awards Space Weather Contract to Southwest Research Institute (00:03:57) Impulse Space plans trio of Falcon 9 launches with SpaceX (00:06:31) New 'spectral fingerprint' atlas of satellites aims to improve space security | University of Arizona News (00:09:32) Doctor and former astronaut discuss physical changes after long space journeys

Explore the future of sustainable space exploration with the launch of the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, designed to tackle space debris. Plus, witness SpaceX's ambitious doubleheader launch of 44 Starlink satellites, showcasing their commitment to global internet access. Discover the U.S. Space Force's secretive spaceplane maneuvers and Denmark's entry into the Artemis Accords, marking a new chapter in international space collaboration. Join us as we delve into these groundbreaking stories that are shaping the future of space technology and policy. Sources: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/worlds-first-wooden-satellite-aims-to-tackle-space-debris-problem-with-sustainable-solution/ https://www.space.com/spacex-starlink-launch-group-6-68 https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/the-secretive-spaceplane-of-the-us-space-force-conducts-first-of-its-kind-maneuvers-180985425/ https://www.upi.com/Science_News/2024/11/13/denmark-artemis-accords/1871731540320/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) World's First Wooden Satellite Aims to Tackle Space Debris Problem with Sustainable Solution (00:03:14) SpaceX launching 24 Starlink satellites today on 2nd leg of spaceflight doubleheader (00:06:12) The Secretive Spaceplane of the U.S. Space Force Conducts First-of-Its-Kind Maneuvers (00:09:09) Denmark becomes 48th nation to sign Artemis Accords for space exploration

Join us as we explore China's Mars rover Zhurong's potential discovery of an ancient Martian ocean, a finding that could revolutionize our understanding of the Red Planet's history and its potential to support life. We also delve into Oklahoma's rise as a key player in the aerospace industry, Sierra Space's advancements in military satellite technology, and the impact of layoffs at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab on future space missions. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the latest developments in space exploration and their global implications. Sources: https://www.space.com/the-universe/mars/chinas-mars-rover-zhurong-finds-possible-shoreline-of-ancient-red-planet-ocean https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-aerospace-space-launches/62887211 https://spacenews.com/sierra-space-clears-design-review-in-military-satellite-program/ https://www.space.com/nasa-jpl-laying-off-325-employees Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) China's Mars rover Zhurong finds possible shoreline of ancient Red Planet ocean (00:03:32) Could space launches soon happen in Oklahoma? (00:06:35) Sierra Space clears design review in military satellite program (00:09:58) NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab laying off 5% of its workforce

Explore China's groundbreaking experiment with zebrafish aboard the Tiangong space station, setting new records for ecological research in space. Discover how these findings could pave the way for sustainable human living environments beyond Earth. Plus, meet Sarah Gillis, the CU Boulder alum who made history with a commercial spacewalk and a violin performance in space. Learn about UCF's innovative 'space medicine' curriculum and the mysterious movement of Britain's oldest satellite, Skynet-1A. Join us as we delve into these captivating stories of space exploration and innovation. Sources: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3286180/chinas-fish-out-water-net-longevity-record-help-advance-human-space-habitation https://www.dailycamera.com/2024/11/11/cu-boulder-alum-returns-after-historic-space-mission/ https://www.wesh.com/article/ucf-space-medicine-curriculum-central-floridas-growing-space-hub/62755585 https://hackaday.com/2024/11/11/britains-oldest-satellite-on-the-move-a-space-curiosity/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) China’s record-setting zebrafish tip the scales for human space habitation (00:04:01) CU Boulder alum returns after historic space mission (00:07:13) UCF bringing unique 'space medicine' curriculum to Central Florida's growing space hub (00:10:40) Britain’s Oldest Satellite On The Move: A Space Curiosity

Explore the future of space exploration with NASA's Roman Space Telescope set to uncover alien worlds, and the ambitious project to beam solar power from space to Iceland by 2030. Discover SpaceX's latest Starlink satellite launch and delve into the U.S.-China space race dynamics with insights from Dean Cheng. Join us as we navigate the cutting-edge advancements and geopolitical shifts shaping the cosmos. Sources: https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/nasas-roman-space-telescope-gets-ready-to-stare-at-distant-suns-to-find-alien-planets https://newatlas.com/energy/iceland-first-nation-space-solar-power/ https://www.space.com/spacex-starlink-launch-group-6-69 https://www.thewirechina.com/2024/11/10/dean-cheng-on-the-u-s-china-space-race/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) NASA's Roman space telescope gets ready to stare at distant suns to find alien planets (00:04:19) Space-based solar power to be beamed to Iceland by 2030 (00:07:02) SpaceX launching 24 Starlink satellites from Florida today (00:10:30) Dean Cheng on the U.S.-China Space Race

Explore the latest cosmic revelations from the James Webb Space Telescope, including its groundbreaking discoveries and international collaboration. Dive into China's ambitious plans to rival SpaceX with its own version of the Starship, and the European Space Agency's strategic moves to regain independent space access. Plus, uncover the mysteries surrounding NASA astronauts' health challenges after a seven-month ISS mission. Join us for an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of space exploration and its global implications. Sources: https://science.nasa.gov/mission/webb/ https://www.space.com/china-long-march-9-spacex-starship-rocket https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2024/11/esa-arianespace-crossroads/ https://nypost.com/2024/11/09/world-news/nasa-astronauts-mum-on-who-got-sick-after-7-months-in-space/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) James Webb Space Telescope (00:03:42) China planning to build its own version of SpaceX's Starship (00:06:37) European Space Agency and Arianespace at a crossroads (00:09:45) NASA astronauts who spent 7 months on ISS won't reveal which one had...

Explore the groundbreaking announcement of Santa Maria as the landing site for Space Rider's inaugural flight, marking a new era in European space exploration. Delve into the mysterious 'interstellar tunnel' discovered in our cosmic neighborhood, reshaping our understanding of the galaxy. Plus, NASA's innovative laser welding technology aims to revolutionize space construction, and China's ambitious plans to rival SpaceX's Starship. Join us for a journey through the latest advancements and discoveries in the space race. Sources: https://europeanspaceflight.com/santa-maria-to-be-landing-site-of-inaugural-space-rider-flight/ https://www.sciencealert.com/mysterious-interstellar-tunnel-found-in-our-local-pocket-of-space https://gizmodo.com/nasa-wants-to-bring-welding-back-to-space-after-50-years-this-time-with-lasers-2000522052 https://www.space.com/china-long-march-9-spacex-starship-rocket Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Santa Maria to be Landing Site of Inaugural Space Rider Flight (00:04:01) Mysterious 'Interstellar Tunnel' Found in Our Local Pocket of Space (00:06:34) NASA Wants to Bring Welding Back to Space After 50 Years—This Time With Lasers (00:09:46) China planning to build its own version of SpaceX's Starship

Explore the latest breakthroughs in space technology and research, including the successful arrival of the REACCH prototype at the International Space Station, Russia's record-breaking satellite launch, and a pioneering space health experiment by Dr. Hansjorg Schwertz. Plus, discover how NASA's laser beam welding collaboration could transform in-space manufacturing. Join us as we delve into these stories of innovation and their implications for the future of space exploration and sustainability. Sources: https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2024/11/08/marquette-based-kall-morris-reacch-prototype-successfully-arrives-international-space-station/ https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/russia-sends-53-satellites-to-orbit-on-record-breaking-launch-video https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/billings-clinic-doctors-space-experiment-aims-to-protect-astronaut-health https://www.nasa.gov/centers-and-facilities/marshall/nasa-to-transform-in-space-manufacturing-with-laser-beam-welding-collaboration/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Marquette-based Kall Morris REACCH prototype successfully arrives at International Space Station (00:03:12) Russia sends 53 satellites to orbit on record-breaking launch (video) (00:06:52) Billings clinic doctor's space experiment aims to protect astronaut health (00:09:05) NASA to Transform In-Space Manufacturing with Laser Beam Welding Collaboration

In this episode, we explore the launch of the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, designed to revolutionize satellite design and reduce environmental impact. We also cover SpaceX's latest resupply mission to the International Space Station, featuring student-designed experiments that could shape the future of space exploration. Additionally, we discuss the U.S. Space Force's X-37B and its aerobraking maneuvers, and reflect on the legacy of NASA's NEOWISE spacecraft as it concludes its mission after 15 years of asteroid hunting. Sources: https://phys.org/news/2024-11-world-wooden-satellite-space.html https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/SpaceX_launches_resupply_mission_to_International_Space_Station_999.html https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/space-forces-mysterious-x-37b-begins-aerobraking-to-lower-orbit-heres-how-it-works-video https://www.space.com/space-exploration/asteroid-comet-missions/nasas-15-year-old-neowise-asteroid-hunter-meets-fiery-doom-by-burning-up-in-earths-atmosphere Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) World's first wooden satellite launched into space (00:03:19) Space Force's mysterious X-37B begins 'aerobraking' to lower orbit. Here's how it works (video) (00:06:09) NASA's 15-year-old NEOWISE asteroid hunter meets fiery doom by burning up in Earth's atmosphere

Three Chinese astronauts return from a six-month mission aboard the Tiangong space station, marking a significant achievement in China's space exploration efforts. Meanwhile, NASA's Voyager 1 reactivates a dormant radio transmitter from 1981, showcasing human ingenuity in interstellar communication. Plus, Japan successfully launches its H3 rocket with a military communications satellite, and SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft autonomously redocks with the ISS ahead of its next cargo mission. Join us as we explore these groundbreaking developments in space exploration. Sources: https://www.euronews.com/next/2024/11/04/china-space-station-crew-returns-to-earth-after-6-months-in-space https://nypost.com/2024/11/04/science/nasas-voyager-1-jumpstarts-radio-transmitter-unused-since-1981-to-phone-home/ https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/japan-launching-military-communications-satellite-early-nov-4-on-4th-flight-of-h3-rocket https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2024/11/03/spacex-dragon-redocks-to-station-before-next-cargo-mission/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) China space station crew returns to Earth after 6 months in space (00:03:44) NASA's Voyager 1 jumpstarts radio transmitter unused since 1981 to... (00:06:09) Japan launching military communications satellite early Nov. 4 on 4th flight of H3 rocket (00:08:45) SpaceX Dragon Redocks to Station Before Next Cargo Mission

India takes a significant step towards its lunar ambitions with the launch of its first analog space mission in Leh, simulating life in an interplanetary habitat. This month-long mission, a collaboration between ISRO and various academic institutions, aims to address the challenges of establishing a base station beyond Earth. Meanwhile, NASA prepares for the redocking of the SpaceX Dragon at the International Space Station, marking a milestone in commercial space travel. Additionally, a groundbreaking discovery reveals that a nearby microquasar is emitting powerful gamma rays, challenging previous beliefs about cosmic radiation sources. Lastly, new research suggests that a massive meteorite impact may have nourished early microbial life on Earth, reshaping our understanding of life's origins. Join us as we explore these exciting developments in space exploration. Sources: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-gets-its-first-analog-space-mission-in-leh-to-plan-its-lunar-mission-experiments/articleshow/114892994.cms https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/11/02/nasa-spacex-dragon-redocking-international-space-station-watch/75935282007/ https://www.sciencealert.com/an-unexpected-object-is-blasting-powerful-radiation-in-deep-space https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/a-meteorite-100-times-bigger-than-the-dinosaur-killing-space-rock-may-have-nourished-early-microbial-life Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) India gets its first analog space mission in Leh to plan its lunar mission experiments | India News (00:03:30) NASA astronauts to redock SpaceX Dragon at International Space Station: How to watch (00:05:38) An Unexpected Object Is Blasting Powerful Radiation in Deep Space (00:08:26) A meteorite 100 times bigger than the dinosaur-killing space rock may have nourished early microbial life

Join us as we cover the upcoming redocking of NASA's SpaceX Dragon at the International Space Station, a pivotal moment in space exploration. Discover India's first analog space mission in Leh, simulating life for future lunar expeditions. Plus, learn about a groundbreaking discovery revealing a nearby microquasar emitting powerful gamma rays, and how new laser technology is revolutionizing space debris tracking by 10,000 times. This episode is packed with the latest advancements and discoveries shaping the future of space travel. Sources: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/11/02/nasa-spacex-dragon-redocking-international-space-station-watch/75935282007/ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-gets-its-first-analog-space-mission-in-leh-to-plan-its-lunar-mission-experiments/articleshow/114892994.cms https://www.sciencealert.com/an-unexpected-object-is-blasting-powerful-radiation-in-deep-space https://interestingengineering.com/space/space-debris-tracking-laser-tech Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) NASA astronauts to redock SpaceX Dragon at International Space Station: How to watch (00:03:37) India gets its first analog space mission in Leh to plan its lunar mission experiments | India News (00:06:47) An Unexpected Object Is Blasting Powerful Radiation in Deep Space (00:09:25) Space debris tracking improved by 10,000x with breakthrough laser tech

SpaceX prepares for a groundbreaking propellant transfer test that could redefine lunar exploration. China launches three new-generation astronauts, marking a significant step in its space ambitions. Meanwhile, North Korea's missile test raises alarms about military capabilities and geopolitical dynamics. Plus, NASA's Hubble and Webb telescopes reveal surprising findings about the debris disk around the star Vega, challenging our understanding of planetary formation. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/01/spacex-wants-to-test-refueling-starships-in-space-early-next-year/ https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/access-asia/20241101-china-sends-three-new-generation-astronauts-to-space-station https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/11/in-exchange-for-troops-in-ukraine-russian-aid-to-north-korea-may-extend-to-space/ https://science.nasa.gov/missions/hubble/nasas-hubble-webb-probe-surprisingly-smooth-disk-around-vega/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Access Asia - China sends three new-generation astronauts to space station (00:03:51) In exchange for troops in Ukraine, Russian aid to North Korea may extend to space (00:06:33) NASA's Hubble, Webb Probe Surprisingly Smooth Disk Around Vega

Join us as we explore the stunning cosmic dance of colliding galaxies, the implications of North Korea's record missile launch, and India's ambitious plans for a lunar sample-return mission by 2028. We delve into the philosophical reflections on space, the geopolitical tensions surrounding missile advancements, and the strategic significance of India's Chandrayaan-4 mission. Plus, insights into potential consolidation in the European space industry as Airbus navigates challenges. This episode is packed with captivating stories that highlight the intersection of science, technology, and international relations in space exploration. Sources: https://www.sciencealert.com/nasa-reveals-spooky-eyes-in-space-and-theyre-staring-straight-at-you https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/north-korea-launches-intercontinental-ballistic-missile-to-space-reaches-record-altitude https://www.space.com/the-universe/moon/india-targets-2028-for-chandrayaan-4-sample-return-mission-to-moons-south-pole https://www.satellitetoday.com/finance/2024/10/31/airbus-ceo-addresses-potential-space-consolidation/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) NASA Reveals Spooky Eyes in Space, And They're Staring Straight at You (00:03:21) North Korea launches intercontinental ballistic missile to space, reaches record altitude (00:06:08) India targets 2028 for Chandrayaan-4 sample-return mission to moon's south pole (00:08:47) Airbus CEO Addresses Potential Space Consolidation