Top 5 SpaceX Accomplishments

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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Few companies have captured the attention and admiration of the public quite like SpaceX. Led by visionary (and to some, madman) Elon Musk, SpaceX is at the forefront of innovation as far as space travel and...

Why are Some Elements More Abundant Than Others?

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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The periodic table is such a standard diagram in the educational system, we often forget what a wonder it is that we even know about and can distinguish between the dozens of elements that make up our world...

5 Incredible Earth-like Planets

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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Earth is an incredible place. We humans feel incredibly special to be able to live and thrive on such a unique planet, and so we should. However, the more technology we put into orbit, the more we realize we...

How Do We Know the Universe is Expanding?

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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Whenever we discuss the universe, one characteristic that always comes up is expansion. The universe is expanding, growing in every direction at once, becoming more vast with each passing moment. How do we...

What Happened During the Big Bang?

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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The Big Bang. That incredible, cosmic moment that led to everything we see and everything we know today. When the theory was first suggested, it seemed outlandish. Impossible. Insane. But when it comes to the...

Why is Space Cold?

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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Stand under full sun for 10 minutes during the summer and you’ll forget all about the fact that, in general, space is very, very cold. The exact temperature? A frigid -455 F. To put that in perspective, the...

Top 5 Space Movies

SaraRayne Dec 10, 2019

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If you love space and all things science, chances are you’re also a fan of space-themed movies. And why shouldn’t you be? Fighting the forces of good and evil, dealing with the struggles of living in the...

Register Using Facebook

shaines Nov 25, 2019

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Greetings space fans!

In an effort to provide you more options for connecting with our community we're pleased to introduce the option to register for our forums using Facebook.

You can register as a brand-new user with Facebook or connect an...

How to Install Kerbal Space Program macOS

SaraRayne Oct 31, 2019

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Have you heard everyone raving about Kerbal Space Program and decided you have to try it out for yourself? It’s an addicting game that has grabbed the attention of many people. The community is vast, mods are...

How to Hear Radio Waves from Space

SaraRayne Oct 31, 2019

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Light is all around us, and it comes in many different varieties. Visible light shines on your world every day and allows you to see the incredible planet we live on. Gamma rays shoot out from pulsars and...

How to Use a Satellite Finder

SaraRayne Oct 31, 2019

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Satellite finders are incredibly useful little machines that are particularly helpful when you’re looking to get a better dish signal. They work by measuring the signal strength of various satellites in...

How to Build a Simple Model Rocket Engine

SaraRayne Oct 30, 2019

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It doesn’t have to be hard to build a model rocket engine. You don’t have to look up all the specs, dwell on the power you need, and worry about purchase costs. You can make your own model rocket engine with...

Homemade Model Rocket Guide

SaraRayne Oct 30, 2019

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Elon Musk shouldn’t be the only one who gets to make rockets. You can make your own too, without being incredibly rich! Granted, they’ll be model rockets, but you have to start somewhere. Here’s how to make...

How To Measure the Distance from Earth to Moon

SaraRayne Oct 30, 2019

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The Moon has fascinated us for centuries. Before we set foot on it we watched, wondered, and marveled. We also tried to find out how far away it is. The Moon Mission would not have been possible if we didn’t...

How to Measure Your Distance to the Sun

SaraRayne Oct 29, 2019

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The Sun is really far away, which shouldn’t be news to you. For a long time, humans could only guess at how far away it was. It’s particularly difficult to gauge stellar distances because there’s no frame of...

How to Find and Locate any Satellite

SaraRayne Oct 29, 2019

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Satellites are passing over you every single day. At this point in human history, we’ve sent so many satellites into orbit they’re almost uncountable. The brightest satellite you’ll see is the International...

How to Make a Custom Star Map

SaraRayne Oct 29, 2019

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What did the sky look like on the night you were born? How about on your wedding day? Or even way back before you were alive? Thanks to technology, you can find out. And with a little creativity, you can...

How to Make a Star Chart

SaraRayne Oct 29, 2019

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There’s nothing quite like being intimately familiar with your unique view of the night sky. The stars themselves may be the same, but wherever you are on Earth, you have a view that’s different from someone...