Episode 714: Looking Through Crystal
The
International Space Station celebrated its “crystal anniversary” of occupation on
November 2nd, marking 15 years that humans have been continuously on
board the orbiting facility. The Expedition 45 Crew paused to reflect on the anniversary
and wh...
TheInternational Space Station celebrated its “crystal anniversary” of occupation onNovember 2nd, marking 15 years that humans have been continuously onboard the orbiting facility. The Expedition 45 Crew paused to reflect on the anniversaryand what it means for the future of space exploration going forward. During aninvestor conference call, CEO DavidThompson of Orbital ATK says his company is on track for the Cygnus cargovehicle to return to flight. NASA released its findings into the October 28th2014 Orbital ATK Antares launch mishap, we discuss the findings.
NASAAdministrator Charles Bolden says his agency is “doomed” if “Journey to Mars” roadmap is abandoned. The Cassinispacecraft captures a plume from Saturn’s Moon Enceladus while makingan historic close flyby. Finally we profile the humble beginnings of the Paragon Space DevelopmentCorporation.
Show recorded 11-02-2015
Host this week: Sawyer Rosenstein,
Panel Members: Mark Ratterman, Kat Robison, Kassy Tamanini & GeneMikulka