approval was given to begin the Reusable Space System (MKS). The project eventually came to be known as Buran, the name of the first shuttle built for the program. Buran was originally created to rival the technology of the United States at the time. Although the Soviet Union seemed to surpass the U.S. in early space exploration milestones such as the launch of the first satellite, the first probe to reach the moon, and the first man to orbit the Earth in space, they quickly fell behind as the U.S.
One of the primary goals of the Apollo program was to beat Russia to the Moon. Some of the other goals were establishing the technology to meet other national interests in space, achieving superiority in space for the United States, scientific exploration of the Moon, and developing man's capability to work in the lunar environment. In the first Apollo mission (Apollo 1), the astronauts were Virgil Grissom, Edward Higgins and Roger Chaffee. These men all passed away during a pre-flight test when
Many different inventors have created robots in order to solve different problems. Robots can be used to do things that humans cannot do. Robots do not need oxygen and they are stronger and faster than humans. Using robots, humans can overcome challenges. One group of robots is the war robot. One of these robots is the LS3 BigDog. The LS3 carries supplies over most terrain for up to twenty miles before refueling. The United States uses something called drone swarms. Drones are flying robots
my childhood. These dreams were reaffirmed when I was able to witness a Space Shuttle launch in person during the third grade. As I stood silently in awe and watched those seven astronauts ride towards the heavens atop a column of flame and fire, it became clear to me that I wanted to become a part of something like that. From that moment on my goal was, and still is, to become a part of the next great era of human exploration. In order to achieve this goal, I plan
and, along with that stalemate of a conflict, the Space Race, in which both countries are trying to beat each other out in the realm of space exploration. Argument: While we are currently behind the Soviets in the realm of manned astrogation, our satellites have contributed much more to mankind, and soon we will have the technology to go further than the Soviets have ever gone in regards to our universe, so let our next step in space exploration be to the moon! Let us explore the unknown so that
drive to explore. The next achievable planetary body, in this sense, is Mars. Due to its similarity in composition to Earth - far more so than the gaseous planets - and its comparatively short distance, Mars is the logical next step in human space exploration. Mankind should look to colonizing Mars to further its body of knowledge; promote the growth and development of science and technology here on Earth, using this development to vastly improve the lives of all; and preserve its spot in the universe
Over the past couple of decades, advancing technology has revolutionized the world. The evolution of technology has constantly had a massive impact on the human race at every stage of societal development. Modern world is unimaginable without things such as electricity, computers, vehicles, and much more. There have been many monumental discoveries in the past that has changed the landscape of our society forever including the discovery of coal. Hundreds of years ago, coal was discovered by the French
Presenters: Daniel Vandiver, Bonnie Sanchez Mentor: Shannon Gracey Title: Sines of the Times: Description: A glimpse into the future applications of Calculus as it relates to space travel, evolvable space habitats, and the pursuit of making humans an inter-planetary species. Abstract: “Many say exploration is part of our destiny, but it’s actually our duty to future generations and their quest to ensure the survival of the human species.” This was spoken by Buzz Aldrin, retired NASA astronaut, on
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is an independent agency of the United States federal government dedicated to space research and exploration. Since its launch by then-President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958, the world has come to owe a great deal to NASA for its advances in human curiosity and discovery. NASA requires research and collaboration on a global level, and employs highly-skilled people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including the military, medicine, and various
landing on the Moon. My entire life I have dreamed of being able to witness such a great leap in science. Growing up would watch movies like Star Wars, enthralled by the prospect of space travel and exploring new and exciting worlds. I loved reading science fiction, which allowed one to experience this thrill of exploration right alongside its characters and really see what it may feel like to take part in all the action and excitement. As a result, nothing has made me more enthusiastic than the fact