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Lost Tools in Space
13:32 - 17:00 (03:27)
Despite efforts to track objects in space, boxes of tools have been lost on spacewalks and are still floating in orbit. It's important not to launch unnecessary items into space for PR purposes.
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The US Department of Defense has been cataloging space debris larger than a softball or grapefruit to monitor ongoing collisions and debris creation.
13:32 - 14:27 (00:54)
Summary
The US Department of Defense has been cataloging space debris larger than a softball or grapefruit to monitor ongoing collisions and debris creation. The cataloging is possible due to advancements in tracking technology.
ChapterLost Tools in Space
EpisodeSpace Junk, Ahoy!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The catalog of space junk created by Chuck includes every satellite ever created, grapefruit size debris, and interesting items such as the Tesla Roadster launched by SpaceX and the cremated remains of Gene Roddenberry.
14:27 - 15:34 (01:07)
Summary
The catalog of space junk created by Chuck includes every satellite ever created, grapefruit size debris, and interesting items such as the Tesla Roadster launched by SpaceX and the cremated remains of Gene Roddenberry. The catalog serves as a reminder of the dangers of space junk and the importance of tethering tools during spacewalks.
ChapterLost Tools in Space
EpisodeSpace Junk, Ahoy!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast talks about the three different types of orbits around the Earth: lower Earth orbit, middle Earth orbit, and geosynchronous orbit, and how many objects, including satellites and debris are orbiting the Earth.
15:34 - 17:00 (01:25)
Summary
This podcast talks about the three different types of orbits around the Earth: lower Earth orbit, middle Earth orbit, and geosynchronous orbit, and how many objects, including satellites and debris are orbiting the Earth.