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  • Amateur Radio in Space: A Global Collaboration

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    Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, has been reaching the final frontier for decades, fostering international collaboration and educational opportunities while simultaneously providing a thrilling hobby for licensed operators. Here is a brief look at the international aspects of amateur radio in space, including the involvement of various countries, astronauts with amateur radio licences…

  • NASA’s “Snoopy” Award: Honoring the Heroes Behind the Scenes

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    When we think of space travel, we often think of astronauts—those brave individuals who venture into the unknown. However, the success of any space mission relies heavily on the countless unsung heroes working tirelessly behind the scenes. NASA, America’s premier space agency, has found a unique way to honor these individuals: the Silver Snoopy award.…

  • Principles of NASA’s Mission Operations: A Guide to Everyday Excellence

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    When we think of NASA, we often imagine complex spacecraft, breathtaking space explorations, and groundbreaking scientific discoveries. What we might not immediately consider is the set of fundamental principles that guide the organization’s mission operations. Rooted in discipline, competence, confidence, responsibility, toughness, teamwork, and vigilance, these principles are not just applicable to space missions; they…