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Fun iPhone capture this evening... Orion The Hunter, Taurus The Bull, The Planet Mars, The International Space Station, and The Pleiades.
#explorepage #space #astronomy #iss #internationalspacestation #orion #taurus #thepleiades #solarsystemambassador
Today, I want to take a moment to recognize the achievements of Judith Resnik, an American astronaut who made history as the second American woman in space. Resnik was born on April 5, 1949, in Akron, Ohio, and earned a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University in 1970. She went on to earn a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Maryland in 1977.
Resnik was selected by NASA in 1978 to be a mission specialist in the space shuttle program. She first flew aboard the space shuttle Discovery in 1984 as part of the crew of mission STS-41D. During this mission, Resnik helped deploy three satellites and conducted various experiments in space. She later flew aboard the space shuttle Challenger in 1986 as part of the crew of mission STS-51L. Tragically, this mission ended in disaster when the Challenger was destroyed shortly after liftoff, killing all seven crew members, including Resnik.
Judith Resnik was a brilliant scientist and a trailblazer for women in the field of space exploration. Her contributions to the space shuttle program and her legacy as a pioneering astronaut will never be forgotten.
This is her flightsuit worn while training.
#NASA #seec2023 #johnsonspacecenter #spacecenterhouston #STEM #astronaut #WomenInSTEM #SolarSystemAmbassador
NASA's Neutral Buoyancy Lab: The Ultimate Underwater Simulator for Astronauts
NASA’s Neutral Buoyancy Lab (NBL) is a state-of-the-art underwater facility located in Houston, Texas. It serves as an underwater simulation environment for astronauts to train for spacewalks and other extravehicular activities (EVAs). The NBL is one of the most advanced training facilities in the world and plays a critical role in preparing astronauts for the challenges they will face in space.
The NBL is a massive indoor pool that is over 200 feet long, 100 feet wide, and 40 feet deep. It contains a full-scale mock-up of the International Space Station (ISS) and other space structures, allowing astronauts to practice and perfect their spacewalking techniques in a controlled and safe environment. The pool is filled with over 6 million gallons of water, which provides a simulated weightless experience similar to that of space.
Astronauts are equipped with a full spacewalk suit, which provides them with life support and protection from the harsh conditions of space. The suit is buoyant, which makes it difficult for astronauts to move around in water. To overcome this challenge, the suit is weighted with lead weights to balance out the buoyancy, making it possible for astronauts to move around freely in the water. This process of weight balancing is called "neutral buoyancy," which gives the NBL its name.
The NBL is not only a training facility for spacewalking, but it is also used to test new spacewalk equipment and procedures. It allows engineers and scientists to observe how equipment and procedures perform in a simulated microgravity environment. This information is then used to make improvements and ensure the safety of astronauts in space.
One of the unique features of the NBL is its ability to simulate various lighting conditions, including daylight, nighttime, and the red lighting that is used during spacewalks. This capability allows astronauts to train for all types of spacewalking scenarios and ensures that they are well-prepared for any situation they may encounter in space.
In conclusion, NASA's Neutral Buoyancy Lab is a crucial component of astronaut training and space exploration. It provides a safe and controlled environment for astronauts to train for spacewalks and other EVAs, while also allowing engineers and scientists to test new equipment and procedures. The NBL plays a vital role in ensuring the success and safety of NASA's space missions.
Great fun talking to kids and their parents at Trip Elementary School’s STEM Night! The kids learned about NASA Artemis, the International Space Station, and the JWST! #space #STEM #Artemis #SolarSystemAmbassador #spacescience https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn5rbfXuG6y/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
I had a wonderful time talking about human space flight to 3rd Graders at Starling Elementary today! The kids were very knowledgeable and had fantastic questions! I love the reaction I get when I tell my two “Gemini Astronauts” they have to sit next to each other and not shower for two weeks! Everybody: “EEEEWWWWWWW!!!” #stemeducation #STEM #NASA #ArtemisGeneration #Artemis #SolarSystemAmbassador #Orion #sls #spaceflight #gwinnettcounty #gwinnettcountyschools #graysongeorgia #wearegoing #explorepage #space https://www.instagram.com/p/CmLF0wZuxw8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
I’m kinda diggin’ my avatars. On a more serious note, I’d love to come speak to your school group, scout troop, or civic meeting as a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador! Contact me through jmbrackett.com #explorepage #NASA #space #stem #spacescience #solarsystemambassador #gwinnettcounty (at Gwinnett County, Georgia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Clz46hgObSU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Had fun asking NASA trivia questions and giving out stickers at DragonCon today! . . . . . #explorepage #nasa #dragoncon #dragoncon2022 #solarsystemambassador #solarsystemambassadors #nasahistory @dragoncon (at Dragon Con) https://www.instagram.com/p/CiEbPpSuZoX/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
The kids at the Lilburn Activities Building learned about the Space Shuttle and NASA's James Webb Space Telescope today!!! They got to see what a Space Shuttle cockpit looked like when it was in orbit. The kids examined a piece of a space flown shuttle tire, and acted out the duties of shuttle crew members. To top it off, the kids took home Space Shuttle gliders, along with shuttle and JWST coloring pages! Special thanks to former astronaut, Terry Virts, for recording my introduction! The kids loved hearing your insights! #explorepage #space #stemeducation #spaceshuttle #JamesWebbSpaceTelescope #solarsystemambassador (at Lilburn, Georgia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf9Xg3AujqY/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Imagine a grain of sand on your fingertip at arms length. That is the amount of sky covered in this image! This is the first deep field image from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. All of those little smudges are galaxies with billions of stars in them. What we see tomorrow will be absolutely mind blowing! #explorepage #nasa #jwst #telescope #space #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf5EXutOYhx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Spent yesterday afternoon talking about “NASA In The 60s” to kids at a Gwinnett Parks Summer Camp. I love being a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador!!! #stemeducation #nasa #solarsystemambassador #nasasolarsystemambassador #gwinnetcountyparks https://www.instagram.com/p/CfHbeldO82N/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
This is probably one of the coolest images I’ve ever processed! This is Jupiter’s moon, Europa. As the Juno spacecraft orbits Jupiter, it can sometimes point its camera away from the planet itself. Here’s the catch, Jupiter is millions of miles from Earth and it takes power to transmit data. Therefore, Juno transmits barebones images and data. It’s up to us here on Earth to use computers to piece the data together and process the images. #nasa #juno #jupiter #space #solarsystemambassador #europa https://www.instagram.com/p/CdUh1l-OTAH/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Charlie Duke speaking about his moonwalk while standing about 35 feet away from the capsule that got him there and back. This was at the Apollo to Artemis Gala celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 16. #nasa #apollo #artemisgeneration #artemis #solarsystemambassador #moon #space https://www.instagram.com/p/CcwhEPmuiE0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Fun times at the Apollo to Artemis Gala celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 16! #nasa #nasasolarsystemambassador #solarsystemambassador #artemis #apollo16 #sls (at U.S. Space & Rocket Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcneEbjOwD_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
I had a wonderful time talking to a group of kids and parents the other night. We talked about NASA, Space Science, and Women In STEM. #nasa #daisyscouts #girlscouts #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CbS0W5SuIxG/?utm_medium=tumblr
When you speak to a group of Daisy Girl Scouts and the troop leader says, “Thanks for the presentation! What’s your favorite cookie?” #nasa #daisyscouts #girlscouts #girlscoutcookie #stem #space #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca3nqxbOvtS/?utm_medium=tumblr
Finalized Lunar images from last night. #celestron127slt #celestrontelescope #backyardastronomy #moon #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CZxsfAEs74A/?utm_medium=tumblr
Quick viewing session tonight. #solarsystemambassador #celestrontelescope #celestron127slt #backyardastronomy https://www.instagram.com/p/CZvfDg6OK4q/?utm_medium=tumblr
Jupiter and Saturn above Stone Mountain. #jupiter #stonemountain #georgia #space #solarsystemambassador #solarsystem https://www.instagram.com/p/CXCg9nup_No/?utm_medium=tumblr
Exciting weekend! Got signed off on a certification and SpaceX gave me a new hat! #nasa #spacex #space #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CW3WpnslSyR/?utm_medium=tumblr
In a few hours, NASA is launching the DART Mission. The goal of this mission is to see if, and how much, a small impact probe can alter the course of a small asteroid. In addition to the impact probe, there is a cubesat with two cameras dubbed LUKE and LEIA. . . . . . @nasa @nasasolarsystem #solarsystemambassador #DART #DARTMission https://www.instagram.com/p/CWpGxGYMnmn/?utm_medium=tumblr
My @lucy_mission shirt arrived! LUCY has just started a 12 year mission to 8 different asteroids! Each asteroid visited will provide more clues to the beginning of our solar system. #stem #nasa #solarsystemambassador #lucyinthesky #lucy https://www.instagram.com/p/CVUHlc_sXbB/?utm_medium=tumblr
Jupiter and Saturn from my driveway earlier this evening. #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CUWWZIDsNzg/?utm_medium=tumblr
Jupiter from my driveway on 08/24/2021. The humidity was ridiculous. Light was bouncing all over the place and I couldn’t focus jack. . . . . . . #celestrontelescope #celestron127slt #backyardastronomy #jupiter #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CS-6xVHMhkr/?utm_medium=tumblr
Playing with false color to bring out detail. . . . . #celestron127slt #celestrontelescope #solarsystemambassador #backyardastronomy #moon https://www.instagram.com/p/CSnu-exs0kp/?utm_medium=tumblr
Getting ready for the launch of Boeing’s Starliner to the ISS! #boeing #starliner #boeingstarliner #nasa #solarsystemambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CR2yJ7TDAIj/?utm_medium=tumblr
A little bit history… and an exciting future. #saturnv #sls #spacelaunchsystem #nasa #nasaartemis #solarsystemambassador (at U.S. Space & Rocket Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRNrGmFDtwq/?utm_medium=tumblr