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Category: Space
Calculating the Rendezvous of a SpaceX Cargo Ship with the ISS
The rendezvous of a SpaceX cargo ship with the International Space Station (ISS) is a complex operation that involves multiple steps and calculations. This blog post is intended to provide a first impression of the complexity of calculating this rendezvous, taking into account various factors such as the shape of the Earth, the orbit of…
The Curious Tale of Fritz Lang and the Rocket Countdown: When Hollywood Meets Rocket Science
In the annals of history, where the line between fiction and reality often blurs, there exists a curious tale that rockets us back to the early 20th century. This is the story of how a German filmmaker inadvertently set the stage for one of the most iconic moments in space exploration: the rocket launch countdown.…
Folding Space and Time: The Science Behind Dune’s Interstellar Travel
“He who controls the spice controls the universe.” – Frank Herbert, Dune The science fiction saga “Dune” by Frank Herbert has captivated readers and movie-goers for decades. One of the most intriguing aspects of the Dune universe is the concept of interstellar travel. In this universe, space travelers overcome unimaginable distances between stars by “folding”…