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The 5 Minute Show Episode 5: Columbia Disaster Reaction

by ThePete 5:25 pm 2008-02-12

Yeah, I am a closeted fanboy of space. You know, all that black, empty stuff out there? Yeah, I’m into that stuff. So, when the shuttle Columbia disintegrated on re-entry back in 2003 I decided to get serious for an episode of The 5 Minute Show. A mistake? Maybe–but I felt better afterwards. Maybe you will too.

by ThePete 5:25 pm 2008-02-12 TV.ThePete.Com | Tags , , , , | $ |

Defunct Spy Satellite Falling From Orbit

by ThePete 1:41 am 2008-01-27

Defunct Spy Satellite Falling From Orbit (AP.org)

A large U.S. spy satellite has lost power and propulsion and could hit the Earth in late February or March, government officials said Saturday.

The satellite, which no longer be controlled, could contain hazardous materials, and it is unknown where on the planet it might come down, they said. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because the information is classified as secret.

Just something to think about in a month or two…

 

KEEP WATCHING THE SKIES! 

by ThePete 1:41 am 2008-01-27 TheMiniBlog, ThePete.Com, TheScience, TheWarnings | Tags , , | $ |

Biggest Gadget in Space has Power Supply Issues

by ThePete 1:47 am 2007-12-17

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What’s the worst thing that could happen aboard a space station? Try running out of power. OK, that’s maybe not the worst thing, but it’s pretty damn bad. While the power hasn’t cut out entirely on the International Space Station, NYTimes.com reported a while back that the station’s power system has been damaged.

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by ThePete 1:47 am 2007-12-17 TheTech.ThePete.Com | Tags , , , , | $ |

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