What is an asteroid?
Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the sun. They are left over from the formation of the solar system and are thought to be the building blocks of planets. Most asteroids reside in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. However, some asteroids do come close to Earth.
Asteroids have hit Earth before and they will hit Earth again. Scientists have been tracking asteroids for years and they have found that there is a big one headed our way. But, don't worry, they have also found that it will miss us by a long shot.
The closest-known approaching asteroid is called Florence. It is about 4 kilometers in diameter and will pass by Earth on September 1, 2023. It will come within about 7 million kilometers of our planet, which is about 18 times the distance from Earth to the moon.
There are four main types of asteroids: C-type, S-type, M-type, and P-type. C-type asteroids are the most common type of asteroid and make up about 75% of known asteroids. They are dark in color and contain a lot of carbon. S-type asteroids make up about 17% of known asteroids and are brighter than C-type asteroids. They contain silicates and metals such as iron and nickel. M-type asteroids make up about 6% of known asteroids and are metallic in composition.
The next big asteroid to hit Earth
The next big asteroid to hit Earth could be Apophis, which is an asteroid that is about the size of three football fields. It was discovered in 2004 and will make a close approach to Earth in 2029. There is a small chance that it could hit Earth, but scientists are still studying its orbit to see if that is a possibility.
Another asteroid that could hit Earth is called Bennu. It is about the size of a mountain and was discovered in 1999. Its orbit brings it very close to Earth every six years, and there is a chance that it could hit our planet in 2135. However, scientists are still studying its orbit and trying to determine the exact likelihood of an impact.
These are just two of the asteroids that have been identified as potentially hazardous to Earth. There are plenty more out there, and we have found a lot of them – but not all.
The Catalina Sky Survey (CSS) in Arizona is one of many asteroid-tracking projects around the world that are helping to keep track of potentially hazardous asteroids.
When will it hit?
Asteroids are unpredictable. Scientists can track them and make predictions about their trajectories, but there is always the possibility that one could veer off course and head towards Earth. If an asteroid is headed towards our planet, there is not much we can do to stop it. We would have to hope that it would burn up in the atmosphere or break apart into smaller pieces that would cause less damage. The next big asteroid to hit Earth could be in a few years or a few hundred years. It all depends on the size of the asteroid and where it is headed.
Where will it hit?
Asteroids are hurtling through space at high speeds and sometimes they come close to Earth. Some people are worried that one might hit our planet. But don't worry, there are ways to predict where an asteroid will go.
Scientists use telescopes to track asteroids. They can calculate the orbit of an asteroid and predict where it will be at a certain time. They also use computers to model what will happen if an asteroid were to hit Earth. By doing this, they can figure out where it would land and how much damage it would cause.
Right now, there are no known asteroids that are on a collision course with Earth. But that doesn't mean one won't come close in the future. That's why it's important for scientists to keep track of them.
How can we stop it?
There are a few things we can do to stop an asteroid from hitting Earth. We can try to destroy it with a nuclear weapon, but that might not work and could create more problems than it solves. We can also try to deflect it with a massive object, like a spacecraft, but that's very expensive and difficult to do.
The best thing we can do is to try to detect asteroids early and then take action to deflect or destroy them before they get too close to Earth. There are several organizations working on this, including NASA, the European Space Agency, and private companies like Planetary Resources.We still have a long way to go before we're able to defend ourselves against all asteroids, but it's important work that could one day save the planet from a devastating impact.
NASA plans to crash a spacecraft into an asteroid in order to test a new plan. The plan is designed to help protect Earth from future asteroid impacts.
The spacecraft, called the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART), is scheduled to launch in 2021. It will target an asteroid called Didymos, which is scheduled to pass close to Earth in 2022.
When DART hits the asteroid, it will create a small crater. This will change the asteroid's orbit and provide data that will help scientists better understand how to deflect future asteroids.
The DART mission is part of NASA's planetary defense program, which is designed to protect Earth from potentially harmful space objects. In addition to DART, the program includes other projects like the Sentinel Space Telescope and the Planetary Defense Coordination Office.
Asteroids are a very real threat to our planet, and we need to be prepared. The next big asteroid to hit Earth could be devastating, and we need to be ready. We need to have a plan in place to deal with this threat, and we need to act now.


On Friday, 19th July Warrandyte Primary School celebrated the 50th anniversary of the moon landing by Apollo 11 mission. The students came dressed in a variety of costumes that ranged from Jupiter, to space and of course astronauts.
Mr Rick Griffiths stated, “It is so important that we commemorate these important events in the history of mankind”.
The students really enjoyed watching a video of the rocket taking off and then following its trajectory out of the atmosphere and then into orbit around the earth. “There was so much wonderful discussion about gravity, the size of the atmosphere and the amount of energy supplied by the fuel to propel the rocket into orbit” declared Jenny McDonell. In the upper grades the discussion revolved around many of the familiar things that we use on a regular basis that were discovered due to the space program. A few of these include, Nike Air Trainers, LED’s, camera phones and CAT scans.
No great learning happens without some hands-on activities. Students across the schools loved making their own paper rockets and they were surprised by the distance they travelled. The pro forma for these rockets can be found on the NASA website if anyone is interested. https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/learn/project/make-a-straw-rocket/
Other grades made cardboard moon rovers and astronaut landers. These activities helped them to understand the complexity of the whole Apollo 11 mission.
All in all it was an enjoyable day celebrating a significant event in our history.


On January 27th, a U.S. Air Force jet crashed in Taliban-held territory in Afghanistan’s Ghazni province, south of the nation’s capital. Although it is unclear how many people were on board the plane, an Afghan official has reported that two pilots were found dead in the wreckage.
The crashed jet was identified by David Martin, a national security correspondent of CBS News, as an Air Force E-11. The official stated that the cause of the crash was still being investigated, and that Martin would not discuss the fate of the crew.
The Taliban claimed that it had downed the plane soon after images surfaced suggesting it was a U.S. Aircraft, but the insurgent group has previously attempted to take credit for events they were not responsible for.
No other jets, military or civilian, have crashed. As confirmed by Ariana Afghan Airlines, all flights in the country are operating normally.
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Sometimes I think this balloon stuff is an intentional misdirection. I don’t think those Navy pilots were tracking Chinese balloons with their high end radar. But the public might fall for it. It’s not even a new version of the cover story.
clt says a chinese balloon at 80K Ft with attack drones is going to be a bad time. we would need maverick again
You know. I’m starting to think the Chinese govt might be slightly less than honest and transparent.
clt says keep the raptors for more ufos!
Sounds like they have one of our reapers. Great
One way to avoid mini probes is to avoid sedation dentistry. Creepy
Maybe we should send China a virus from one our laboratories


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Early in the New Year, if all goes perfectly, the Chinese spacecraft Chang’e-4 will arrive wherever no craft has become before: the far side on the Moon. The mission is scheduled to launch from Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in Sichuan province on 8 December. The craft, comprising a lander plus a rover, will then enter the Moon’s orbit, ahead of touching down over the surface.
In the event the landing is prosperous, the mission’s most important job is going to be to research this side of the lunar surface, which is peppered with many small craters. The lander will likely perform the primary radio astronomy experiments through the much side from the Moon — and the first investigations to check out regardless of whether crops will improve while in the reduced-gravity lunar environment.
“This mission is without a doubt a major and essential accomplishment in lunar exploration,” claims Carolyn van der Bogert, a planetary geologist at Westfälische Wilhelms College in Münster, Germany.
The last word goal on the China Countrywide Room Administration (CNSA) is to produce a Moon base for foreseeable future human exploration there, even though it has not introduced when Which may occur. Chang’e-4 would be the state’s second craft to ‘delicate’ land over the lunar surface, adhering to Chang’e-three’s touchdown in 2013.
The CNSA has remained tight-lipped about most of the mission’s facts, such as the landing site. The more than likely locale is inside of a 186-kilometre-broad crater named Von Kármán, claims Zongcheng Ling, who research the formation and evolution of planetary bodies at Shandong University in Weihai and is also a member on the mission’s science staff. “We researchers are really happy” to possess the chance to go to the considerably facet, claims Ling.
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In recent years, space tourism has emerged as a new industry with several companies vying to take paying customers on a journey beyond the Earth’s atmosphere. Space tourism refers to the practice of traveling into space for recreational, leisure, or business purposes.
While it is still in its infancy, space tourism has the potential to revolutionize the way we view space exploration and bring us one step closer to becoming a multi-planetary species.
The Major Players in Space Tourism
Space tourism is currently dominated by a few major players, including Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin, and SpaceX. Virgin Galactic, founded by Sir Richard Branson, is focused on suborbital flights, while Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, aims to provide suborbital and orbital flights.
SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, has a broader goal of making space travel more accessible to the public, including trips to Mars.
Advancements in Spacecraft Technology
One of the key drivers of the emerging space tourism industry is advancements in spacecraft technology. Companies like SpaceX have developed reusable rockets and spacecraft, dramatically reducing the cost of space travel.
Additionally, advances in materials science and propulsion technology are making it possible to create more efficient and reliable spacecraft.
Launch Sites and Spaceports
Another important aspect of the space tourism industry is the development of launch sites and spaceports. In addition to traditional launch sites like Cape Canaveral, several new spaceports are being developed around the world, including in New Mexico, Texas, and Scotland.
These sites will serve as the launching point for space tourism flights, as well as other space exploration missions.
Space Tourism Experience: What to Expect
For those lucky enough to take a space tourism flight, the experience will be like nothing else on Earth. Virgin Galactic, for example, plans to provide customers with a few minutes of weightlessness and breathtaking views of the Earth from space.
Blue Origin and SpaceX, on the other hand, are working on longer-duration flights that will allow customers to spend more time in space.
Environmental Impact and Sustainability Concerns
As with any new industry, space tourism has its share of environmental impact and sustainability concerns. The rockets used to launch spacecraft into space release significant amounts of carbon dioxide and other pollutants into the atmosphere.
Additionally, there are concerns about the impact of space tourism on the fragile ecosystems of space, including the risk of debris and space junk.
Regulations and Safety Measures
Given the inherent risks associated with space travel, it is important that the space tourism industry be subject to strict regulations and safety measures. These measures include ensuring the safety of passengers and crew, as well as minimizing the risk of collisions with other objects in space.
Governments around the world are currently working to develop regulations and safety guidelines for the emerging space tourism industry.
Space Tourism and Beyond: The Future of Human Space Exploration
While space tourism is still in its infancy, it has the potential to revolutionize the way we view space exploration. By making space travel more accessible and affordable to the public, the space tourism industry could pave the way for a future in which humans are a multi-planetary species.
The challenges of space tourism, including those related to safety, environmental impact, and sustainability, will also provide important lessons and insights for future space exploration missions.
In conclusion, space tourism represents a new frontier in human exploration and has the potential to transform the way we view space travel. With advancements in spacecraft technology, the development of new launch sites and spaceports, and the emergence of major players like Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin, and SpaceX, the space tourism industry is poised for significant growth in the coming years.
As we embark on this new era of space exploration, it is important that we do so responsibly, taking into account the environmental impact and safety concerns associated with space tourism.


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Remember when the Auto Execs went before Congress to tell them why they needed a big loan and they got lambasted for flying their Gulfstreams to DC. It would be my assumption that most members of Congress fly coach. I would be wrong! Congress members fly TAXPAYER FUNDED Gulfstreams and Boeing Business Jets. Of course these aircraft are "owned" by the Department of Defense for training pilots and Operational Support (e.g. time-sensitive travel). Most large corporations and/or governments reach a point when the executives' time becomes so valuable that the expense of corporate provided transportation is justified. Especially when the corporation can lease the aircraft and provide an alternate stream of income to the business.
I am not against Congress taking the DOD provided aircraft. It is better for the taxpayer to make good use of the Congress members time. It is also better for the economy to make good use of the auto execs time, not to mention all the jobs associated the Gulfstream lease and commercial aviation.
The hypocracy of Congress knows no bounds. I am sure their out rage will wane as they commute back and forth to their home districts in their TAXPAYER FUNDED (not just subsidized) Gulfstreams.


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The best drones have brought responsive flying experiences to the masses, and their camera and streaming capabilities have made it cheaper and easier for filmmakers to take to the skies for a smooth, 4K aerial shot. We dive into the entry-level and enthusiast options from popular drone makers, like DJI, to see what each new drone brings to the market.
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'Space Whisky' Returning to Earth After Three Years Aboard the International Space Station
Does whisky mature any differently when aged aboard a spacecraft?
Right now, no one knows for sure. But just days from now, Discovery reports, scientists from Texas-based space research company NanoRacks may have a definitive answer.
They sent samples of unaged, single malt Scotch provided by Islay producer Ardbeg Distillery up to the International Space Station back in 2011. Since then the whisky has been orbiting Earth at 17,227 miles per hour, 15 times a day.
The purpose of the experiment is to determine whether a microgravity environment has any impact on chemical processes. Though similar experiments have been conducted in space before, this is the first time the focus has been on the maturation process in whisky.
According to Ardbeg, a team here on Earth will attempt to “unlock the mysteries of maturation, through the study of the interaction between Ardbeg-crafted molecules and charred oak, both in microgravity (Low Earth Orbit) and normal gravity in Ardbeg’s Warehouse 3.
Ardbeg's director of distilling and whisky creation, Dr. Bill Lumsden, will be among the panel of scientists and researchers who will assess the whisky upon its return.
The whisky is set to return on board a Russian Soyuz space capsule on September 12. You can keep track of the whisky’s re-entry with Ardbeg’s own countdown clock. Check it out here.
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Camera drone purchasing advice: How to choose the right product
- What You Need to Know
- Camera drones are unmanned aerial vehicles with an integrated camera that allow the pilot to take pictures and videos from a bird’s eye view.
- The majority of camera drones for private use are quadrocopters with four rotors.
- With a navigation system, for example based on GPS, the camera drone stays in one place even in strong winds. Constant counter-steering is not necessary.
- A mechanical image stabilisation via gimbal ensures jerk-free recordings.
- Observe the rules and regulations for flying drones.
- The best camera drones in comparison
Up in the air
For a long time, it was difficult for private individuals to take pictures from a bird’s eye view. After all, amateur photographers had to climb mountains themselves or head for other high places, which severely limited the possibilities and the choice of motifs. Ambitious photographers therefore went to great lengths to get the perfect picture. Videos from this perspective are almost impossible as a private person.
In the meantime, photographers and videographers can get support with a drone: What was originally reserved for the military and research is now also affordable for the average consumer. Camera drones are particularly interesting for anyone who wants to take spectacular aerial photos.
Camera drones are, as the name suggests, drones with a built-in or mounted camera. Drones are small unmanned flying objects with multiple rotors that can be operated from the ground with the appropriate remote control. Drones are not only used by the military and in science, but also in many other areas:
- Technical control
- Forestry and agriculture
- Nature conservation
- Police investigations
In principle, the intended use determines which features the drone requires. The focus here is exclusively on camera drones, often also called “photo” or “video” drones.
How does a camera drone work?
A camera drone has four to eight propellers and an electric motor that drives them. Each propeller can be controlled differently, which enables different flight manoeuvres. The built-in control unit converts the signals from the remote control into commands. The signal range varies depending on the model. With the help of an integrated screen or a holder for smartphone and tablet, the pilot can see the footage in real time and thus move the camera drone precisely. Since the drone could not fly if it weighed too much, it is made of lightweight materials such as plastic, carbon or aluminium.
Advantages and disadvantages of a camera drone
High-quality aerial photography that would otherwise be difficult to achieve becomes possible with a camera drone. For this, however, the camera must be of a correspondingly high quality. Professional models have the best equipment, but they are expensive. Prices over 1,000 euros are standard here.
If you are interested in a camera drone, you can choose from a large number of different models with four, six and eight propellers as well as different price ranges. Due to their low weight, they are particularly manoeuvrable, which, together with the precise control, not only allows for artistic flight manoeuvres, but also makes it possible to take pictures in hard-to-reach places.
However, the battery that sits in the motor is quickly used up: even the most expensive models only manage to stay in the air for about half an hour. With many camera drones, it doesn’t even take twenty minutes before the battery has to go to the charging station.
- Agile and manoeuvrable
- Aerial photography possible
- Precise control
- Wide range of models
- Limited flight time
- Varying camera quality
- Professional models are expensive
These are the models to choose from
Camera drones predominantly have four, six or eight propellers, which puts them in the multicopter category. Multicopters describe all drones with at least two rotors, all positioned on one plane. Helicopters do not belong to this group because their second rotor is on another plane and works in a different direction.
Quadrocopters have become the standard for camera drones: they are available in every price range and are well suited for beginners due to their easy handling. This type of construction scores with a handy size and has good flight characteristics. The four rotors are mainly aligned in an X or Plus shape, but there are also H-shaped models. Most models have a built-in camera, but you can also buy and install a suitable camera for quadrocopters without a camera.
Hexacopters are multicopters with six rotors arranged in a star shape. They tend to be larger than quadrocopters and are equipped with a more powerful motor. This allows hexacopters to carry heavy loads such as larger cameras or additional sensors. The flight is quiet and less sensitive to strong winds than variants with fewer propellers. In addition, this design is safer than quadrocopters, as the drone is still functional in the event that a rotor fails. This prevents severe damage from crashes.
Octocopters are the largest drones for private use. Their eight rotors allow them to transport heavy objects. Professional camera equipment can be transported without any problems and enables photo and video recordings in outstanding quality. As with a hexacopter, the failure of one rotor does not lead to a crash. The flight characteristics are also the best: the devices fly smoothly and are stable as well as durable. However, these drones have a hefty price tag and are more suitable for those who are already good with drones.
What to look for when buying
Camera drones are designed to take photos and videos from the air. For this reason, when buying your ideal camera drone, you should not only look at the features of the drone, but also the features of the camera. Without a good-quality camera, the multicopter can shine with flying characteristics no matter how good they are, but high-quality pictures and recordings will still not succeed.
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General features of the drone
When buying a camera drone, the most important thing is the flight time. A drone that has to land after just a few minutes because the battery is empty is completely unsuitable for videos. There is also very little time for good photos. According to the manufacturer, high-quality camera drones manage to stay in the air for about half an hour.
For those who just want to take a few fun pictures with the camera drone or need it for some holiday pictures, a few minutes might be enough. However, those who want to take semi-professional photos and shoot videos should choose a model with the longest possible flight time. In addition, the actual flight time is often less than the manufacturer’s specifications.
The range of a drone is usually higher than it would need to be in Germany, as drones are not allowed to leave your sight. A high maximum range – more than 1,000 metres is not uncommon for higher-priced drones – is nevertheless important. The higher the range between camera drone and remote control, the more stable the signal. Interference is less likely to occur.
Compact and light or large and heavy
The size of the camera drone is important on the one hand if you want to transport the device, and on the other hand if you want to attach heavier objects to it. Particularly compact quadrocopters are also called mini drones. Professional models such as the DJI Mavic Mini are hardly less powerful than their larger siblings and are therefore excellent entry-level drones that fit easily into your luggage. An alternative are foldable drones, the number of which is steadily increasing. Current professional drones from the manufacturer DJI, such as the Mavic Air 2, belong to this category, for example.
To transport heavy objects such as SLR or video cameras, a quadrocopter is not enough. Large hexa- or octocopters are the better choice for this. They are therefore often used in the professional sector such as cinema production.
When it comes to the weight of camera drones, however, you should observe the legal regulations. For hexa- and octocopters, a drone licence is required due to the high weight, while a licence is sufficient for most quadrocopters on the market.
Are camera drones ready for immediate use?
Camera drones that you can take off immediately after unpacking are marked with the abbreviation “RTF”, which stands for “Ready to fly”. A camera drone marked “ARF” is almost ready to fly. With ARF drones, only a small amount of work is required before the model can take to the skies. Enthusiastic hobbyists can build their own drone, either as a complete self-build or with the help of a drone kit. Kits are good for beginners because they contain all the necessary components as well as instructions on how the components fit together. This way, the homemade drone is quickly ready for use.
What matters when taking pictures
Camera drones with a resolution lower than Full HD are cheap, but no longer up to date. Current display devices have a resolution of at least 1,920 × 1,080 pixels; with lower-resolution footage, the display quality falls well short of its capabilities. If you need more detail and sharpness, you can buy a model with a 4K camera. However, slow-motion recordings are currently only possible in Full HD.
Many high-quality camera drones come with an “active pixel sensor” that has between 12 and 20 megapixels. Another name is simply CMOS sensor. Within this sensor chip, other functions such as exposure or contrast control can be integrated. A CMOS-based sensor therefore improves the quality of the images. In addition, the camera sensor should be as large as possible: The larger it is, the more light it captures. This is an advantage especially in less than optimal lighting conditions.
If you want to post-process your photos, you should make sure that you can save them in RAW format. The images are far richer in contrast and detail than in the downsampled JPEG format. In addition, RAW images are indispensable for photographers.
For video recordings, the frame rate and the bit rate are important. The frame rate describes the number of frames per second in “frames per second”, or fps for short. Common rates include 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 or 120 fps. Some models, such as the DJI Mavic Air, support multiple frame rates, allowing you to find the right setting for each project. 24 fps is too slow for good videos in practice and therefore not recommended. For fast, smooth videos, you should choose a device with at least 30 fps.
The colour depth indicates how many different colour gradations the camera sensor can process for each pixel. The higher the value, the more colour information the recorded video material contains. Common colour depths are eight, ten and twelve bits.
One of the key difficulties in recording with a camera drone is image stabilisation. After all, the drone moves continuously and around all flight axes. Images without stabilisation are blurred by the flight movements. That is why manufacturers integrate various image stabilisation techniques, of which the most effective form is the gimbal.
A gimbal is a gimbal suspension for objects that separates the movements of the environment from the camera. The principle is also used, for example, in the compass of a ship, which thus remains stable despite the movement of the waves. In a camera drone, a gimbal stabilises the image against the movements and jerks of the drone. For this purpose, the camera gimbal is suspended from fast electric motors and equipped with a sensor package that measures the position and acceleration of the camera in real time. With this sensor and position data, the gimbal system holds the camera in position.
Camera drones with three-axis gimbals achieve the best shots because they stabilise the camera from all sides. Models with two-axis gimbals only hold the camera in position with two axes in a mechanical way, although some manufacturers also stabilise the third axis electronically. How well this method works with a third electrically stabilised axis depends on the manufacturer. In this case, tests and comparisons online can provide information. In general, however, you will never achieve the image quality with a two-axis gimbal that a three-axis gimbal can produce.
Why is the FPV function important?
FPV is the abbreviation for “First Person View”. A camera drone with this function allows the user to observe the live image of the drone on the display of the remote control or smartphone. This allows the photographer or videographer to select the subjects precisely and determine the optimal positioning. Even as a beginner, you can create beautiful photos and videos with the help of this feature. Without FPV, you only find out afterwards whether you have captured what you wanted at all.
What the camera drone controls look like
Camera drones can be steered either with a remote control, which is reminiscent of a game console controller, or via smartphone. In addition to flight speed, altitude and direction, you also use it to control the camera’s tilt angle, brightness and the creation of photos and videos.
However, the remote control of a drone with FPV function does not always have an integrated screen with which you can see the live recordings. Combined control with smartphone and remote control is therefore not unusual: you steer the drone with the remote control and see the camera transmission on the smartphone screen. To do this, you insert the smartphone into the slot provided on the remote control and connect the cable. It is often also possible to purchase a remote control.
The core of the operation is an app of the respective manufacturer. It contains all the picture parameters as well as various additional functions.
These functions facilitate operation
A well-functioning navigation system is the be-all and end-all of a stable stand in the air: despite strong winds, the camera drone remains in position. Otherwise, you have to continuously steer the model, which makes it much more difficult to take beautiful pictures. In addition, a functioning system, for example based on GPS, enables various automatic flight modes. The most important mode is “Return to Home”, sometimes also called “Coming Home”. With this, the drone returns to the pilot without being asked in the event of a connection loss or when the battery is almost exhausted. The type and number of functions vary from model to model. Possible modes include:
- Follow Me, with which the drone tracks objects or people.
- Orbit or Point of Interest, whereby the device circles objects or people
- Headless, in which the pilot controls only by lever, regardless of the device’s attitude.
- Waypoint, which allows the model to fly around set waypoints in sequence
- Terrain-Follow for steady flights at a certain height above the ground
- Looping to perform rolls
If the camera drone has active obstacle detection with collision protection, it avoids obstacles independently. For this purpose, the device is equipped with sensors in the front area, sometimes on all sides in the case of high-quality models. The Mavic 2 Zoom from DJI, for example, has ten obstacle sensors. Active obstacle detection is particularly suitable for beginners, as they do not have to constantly watch out for the drone colliding with an object. In addition, beginners may need a few flights until they have internalised the handling and can take abrupt evasive action.
Perhaps the most important accessory for camera drones is a fast memory card. Camera drones with 4K resolution and high frame rates generate large amounts of data that the memory card must process. Without sufficient capacity and write rate, the recordings suffer from image errors or interruptions. A 32-gigabyte memory card is already sufficient for photos. Videos – in 4K and Full HD – on the other hand, generate much larger amounts of data than images, so a larger version is needed. The Mavic Air 2, for example, supports memory cards with up to 256 gigabytes. If you are wavering between two capacities, you should go for the larger memory card, as the prices are now low.
If you want to shoot photos or videos over a longer period of time, you are well served with at least two to three spare batteries. When the first battery is used up, you can continue shooting without losing much time.
For high-quality aerial photographs, the consumer can make use of optical filters. If such a filter is placed in front of the drone’s camera, it ensures that the images are not overexposed when it is very bright outside. The most commonly used types are neutral density and polarisation filters, ND and PL filters for short, or a combination filter of the two. While the ND filter reduces the incident light without distorting the colour rendition, PL filters increase the contrast of the image and work against reflections on non-metallic surfaces such as water or glass. ND-PL combination filters, which combine the properties of both variants, are particularly practical.
To protect the high-priced professional camera drone from damage during transport, you should have a suitable place to store it. Compact mini drones or the foldable versions can be stored almost anywhere. For larger and non-foldable versions, on the other hand, a padded bag is recommended. For this purpose, there are product-specific drone bags from the manufacturer and some from third-party suppliers, as well as universal drone bags. Alternatively, you can also use a camera backpack with a customisable interior, for example.
How much should a camera drone cost?
The price of a camera drone largely determines the quality of the shots and the handling. Inexpensive drones under a hundred euros, for example, are neither equipped with a navigation system nor with usable image stabilisation. Images and recordings are mainly in HD. Flight time and range are also much shorter. Thus, inexpensive camera drones are mainly suitable for indoor use and for anyone who wants to learn how to use a camera drone first. If you want to create high-quality images and videos in at least Full HD, you should start at prices of around 350 to 400 euros. For the price, there are good mini drones like the DJI Mavic Mini, which are ideal for taking pictures on holiday. Camera drones with excellent flight characteristics and recordings start at prices around a thousand euros. In the professional sector, several thousand euros are not uncommon.
These laws apply to drone pilots
Drones, if used for commercial purposes, fall under the category of model aircraft and unmanned aerial systems. As such, they are subject to strict regulation. Drones for purely recreational use are subject to less stringent regulations, but even there there are a few things to consider. Everything important is summarised in the Drone Ordinance from 2017. However, these rules do not apply at model flying sites, where the devices should only be marked with the name and address of the owners.
Marking, flight permit and insurance
The labelling obligation applies outside of designated airfields for drones weighing 0.25 kilograms or more. An aluminium sticker engraved with the information is suitable for this purpose. You attach this to a smooth, free surface so that nothing sticks out. The manufacturer of the DJI Mavic Air, for example, recommends the surface behind the gimbal and camera, along the edge.
If the drone weighs between two and five kilograms, you need a certificate of proficiency to operate the drone. This can be provided by a valid pilot’s licence as well as a test from a body recognised by the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (German Federal Aviation Authority) on site or online. The minimum age for the test is 16. In addition, you can have yourself instructed by an authorised air sports association such as the DMFV or a club for model aircraft. The association will then issue a certificate of instruction confirming your acquired knowledge. This is possible from the age of 14.
From a drone weight of five kilograms, the certificate of knowledge is no longer sufficient. In addition, the state aviation authority must issue you with a permit. Furthermore, flying with a drone is subject to insurance. However, since private liability insurance does not cover unmanned flying objects, additional drone liability insurance is necessary.
Drone flight: Only on sight and not everywhere
The flight space for camera drones is also subject to some regulations. The drone may not fly higher than 100 metres and must always be within your visual range. This is between 200 and 300 metres in an open area. Binoculars, on-board cameras and other means of increasing visibility are not permitted. However, you can apply for exceptions at the national aviation authorities.
Furthermore, there are places where launching a camera drone is prohibited. These include sensitive areas such as police and rescue services. Crowds of people should also be avoided, but you are allowed to fly over individuals. You should also avoid facilities such as prisons or industrial plants, government offices and nature reserves.
In order not to hinder operations, you may not operate the camera drone in control zones of airfields. This includes the approach and departure areas of airports.
Residential properties are also included in the regulation. Drones weighing more than 0.25 kilograms or those that can receive optical, acoustic as well as radio signals may only fly over other people’s property if the owner has expressly consented to this.
Everything at a glance
All applicable rules and regulations for flying a drone, including interactive maps of permitted flight zones, can now be accessed via various apps. The German Air Traffic Control has also published such an app under the name “DFS-DrohnenApp”.
The future EU drone regulation – what will change
The EU has been working on a uniform drone regulation for years, which was originally supposed to come into force on 1 July 2020. However, the EU Commission postponed the date by six months as it did not think it would be possible to implement it at that time. Once the regulation applies, it will replace all previous German regulations.
The law then divides all drones into three categories of which the “open category” and partly the “special category” are relevant for private use. The open category is for lower-risk drones that can fly up to a maximum of 120 metres at visual range. It is divided into the risk classes C0 to C4 and the subcategories A1 to A3 and must be labelled by the manufacturer. These classes classify drones based on their weight, kinetic energy, design and safety features:
- C0: Total weight including additional parts less than 250 grams.
- C1: Total weight between 250 and 900 grams, kinetic energy less than 80 joules
- C2: Total weight up to four kilogrammes
- C3 and C4: Less than 25 kilograms take-off weight, electronic ID and GEO flight restriction monitoring required for C3
For C1 aircraft, you need to take the so-called small drone licence, which requires online training and a test. From C2, the large drone licence in the form of a test at a recognised test centre is required in addition to the small variant. C0 and C1 drones belong to the A1 subclass, which allows them to fly over people. C2 devices belong to A2 and should therefore maintain a minimum distance of 30 metres from uninvolved persons. A3 applies to C3 and C4 models and requires a distance of at least 150 metres from commercial and residential areas.
You should register models with cameras in a database, regardless of their weight. Each member state of the European Union must create a new platform for this. Drone owners then register in the country system where they reside.
The special category concerns designs that do not meet at least one of the specifications for the open category and therefore require exemptions.
By 1 January 2023, all areas are to be adapted to the new regulations. This includes, among other things, the labelling by class on the part of the manufacturers, the flight permits and the development of the database.
For this phase, the EU Commission has decided on some transitional arrangements, for example for current drones on the market that are not certified for one of the classes. These may fly within the open category with some restrictions.


Amyris and Total Announce Successful Demonstration Flight With Renewable Jet Fuel During Paris Air Show
First Demonstration Flight in Europe on Airbus Aircraft Underscores Partners’ Commitment to Achieving ASTM Certification
PARIS, June 20, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amyris, Inc. (Nasdaq:AMRS) and Total (Paris:TOTF) announced today a successful demonstration flight at the Paris Air Show using a breakthrough technology that converts plant sugars into renewable jet fuel.
The Airbus A321 aircraft powered by two Snecma CFM56 jet engines flew from Toulouse to Paris with a blend of renewable jet fuel produced by Amyris and Total. This demonstration flight was in support of the French Initiative for Future Aviation Fuels, which seeks to produce and commercialize alternative, renewable and sustainable aviation fuels in France in the coming years. This was the second public demonstration flight with the Amyris-Total renewable jet fuel. In June 2012, an Embraer E195 jet flew with the renewable jet fuel produced from sugarcane in Brazil.
“This is a significant milestone in our strategic partnership with Total for biofuels. From developing the world’s leading synthetic biology platform to producing and distributing renewable products globally, the Amyris-Total collaboration demonstrates the power of partnerships to drive innovation and deliver sustainable products,” said John Melo, President & CEO of Amyris. “Today’s flight is another step closer in achieving ASTM certification, which paves the way for the commercialization of our renewable jet fuel,” Melo concluded.
“The air transport sector has an ambitious target: drastically reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 while commercial flights and demand for jet fuel will steadily grow. To that end, biofuels will play an important role along with improved aircraft energy efficiency. This demonstration flight illustrates the capacity of Amyris and Total to integrate, as of today, aeronautical biofuels in a concrete and reliable way,” said Philippe Boisseau, President, Marketing & Services and New Energies and a member of the Executive Committee of Total. “As one of the world’s biggest suppliers of aviation fuel, Total aims at widely offering this solution to airline customers. We are confident that we will be able to achieve this within the coming years.”
About the Renewable Jet Fuel
The Amyris-Total renewable fuel was produced using engineered microorganisms that convert plant sugars into Biofene®, Amyris’s brand of renewable farnesene, a long-chain, branched hydrocarbon. In December 2012, Amyris began commercial production of Biofene at its industrial-scale production facility in southeastern Brazil. Amyris uses Brazilian sugarcane due to its availability, competitive cost, and the local industry’s ability to meet international sustainability standards.
In addition to supporting the aviation industry’s goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the Amyris-Total renewable jet fuel is designed to be compliant with Jet A/A-1 fuel specifications and outperform conventional petroleum-derived fuel in a range of performance metrics, including fit for purpose and greenhouse gas emission reduction, while maintaining performance quality. Amyris and Total expect the fuel to be commercially available as early as 2014, following approval by the ASTM International, the world’s leading fuel standard setting body.
Amyris is an integrated renewable products company focused on providing sustainable alternatives to a broad range of petroleum-sourced products. Amyris uses its industrial synthetic biology platform to convert plant sugars into a variety of molecules — flexible building blocks that can be used in a wide range of products. Amyris’s initial portfolio of commercial products is based on Biofene, Amyris’s brand of renewable farnesene, a long-chain hydrocarbon. Amyris is commercializing these products both as No Compromise® renewable ingredients in cosmetics, flavors and fragrances, polymers, lubricants and consumer products, and also as No Compromise renewable diesel and jet fuel. Amyris Brasil Ltda., a subsidiary of Amyris, oversees the establishment and expansion of Amyris’s production in Brazil. More information about Amyris is available at www.amyris.com.
Total is one of the largest integrated oil and gas companies in the world, with activities in more than 130 countries. The Group is also a first rank player in chemicals. Its 97,000 employees put their expertise to work in every part of the industry — exploration and production of oil and natural gas, refining and marketing, new energies, trading, and chemicals. Total is working to help satisfy the global demand for energy, both today and tomorrow.
Total is striving to diversify its supply to help meet growing energy demand in the long term. The Group holds a 66% stake in SunPower, a world leader in solar energy, and an 18.5% stake in Amyris, an integrated renewable products company. Additionally, Total is actively engaged in a number of renewable R&D projects, such as solar and biomass.
Amyris Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements, and any statements other than statements of historical facts could be deemed to be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding future events (such as expectations for achieving fuel certifications and commercializing renewable jet fuel, the planned characteristics of such jet fuel, and the expected timing for commercial availability of such jet fuel) that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and actual results and future events may differ materially due to risks and uncertainties, including those associated with any delays or failures in development, production or commercialization of products, liquidity and ability to fund capital expenditures, Amyris’s reliance on third parties to achieve its goals, and other risks detailed in the “Risk Factors” section of Amyris’s Form 10-Q, as filed on May 9, 2013. Amyris disclaims any obligation to update information contained in these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
Amyris, No Compromise and Biofene are trademarks or registered trademarks of Amyris, Inc. This press release also contains trademarks of other businesses that are the property of their respective owners.


- Project founder and CEO. Dmytro graduated from the National Technical University of Ukraine. He worked as lead developer at Ukrainian scientific institutions, software architect at EPAM Systems and CEO of software development company Golden Technologies. Dmytro is author of about 20 papers on software architecture and precision measurements. more..
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Unmanned aerial technology stack and solutions for rapid counter action to assaults of different kind and grades.
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While a lot of stuff on Twitter is the usual inconsequential noise you get on the internet, I’ve loved reading the updates Mike Massimino has been sending from orbit this week. He’s on the STS-125 shuttle flight to repair the Hubble telescope, and he’s been writing a bit about the experience of working in space, and the views they get from up there. Here’s some of his messages from the last few days:
From orbit: Launch was awesome!! I am feeling great, working hard, & enjoying the magnificent views, the adventure of a lifetime has begun!
From orbit: My spacewalk was amazing, we had some tough problems, but through them all, the view of our precious planet was beautiful
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From orbit: At the end of my spacewalk, I had time to just look at the Earth, the most awesome sight my eyes have seen, undescribable
From orbit: Just flew over the US, Baja to Miami in about 10 minutes! Beautiful Day!!
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From orbit: It is so beautiful up here, I wish everyone could see it
You can follow his updates on twitter.com/Astro_Mike


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ITI researcher contributes to aircraft control research
Distribution A. Approved for Public Release. Case Number: 88ABW-2020-1868When flying roughly 35,000 feet above the surface of the Earth, airliner pilots rely on numerous control systems to ensure safety conditions such as the ones that prevent the aircraft from stalling. According to ITI Researcher Sayan Mitra, the current approaches to testing this control software leave out important gaps. Mitra is working with industrial collaborators to develop an algorithm to test and certify software for certain aircraft control systems.
“Currently, certification of complex control systems is based on standardized processes,” says Mitra, a professor of electrical and computer engineering. “It is useful, but the process itself does not guarantee that the end-product is safe or meets the desired requirements.”
This will be the first method that can evaluate gray-box systems. These are systems in which some of the structural information is known and can be exploited for analysis, while other information is not available and can only be approximated. For example, the adaptive cruise control system on a car contains both known and unknown information. The cruise control system knows to brake if it’s getting too close to the car ahead, but the actual rate of deceleration upon braking is unknown. This information is unknown because there are many outside factors that contribute to that rate. Such knowable and unknowable operations also exist in aircraft.
Mitra’s research will remove some of the “guesswork” from the analysis of control systems. Grey box system verification aims to combine theoretical structure with data to complete the analysis task. According to Mitra, a side effect of this type of analysis could be the determination of a set of conditions or assumptions under which the system is supposed to work correctly. Mitra’s algorithm aims to mathematically prove that a system can and does work the way it is designed to.
“Here, the dream is to develop algorithms or compilers that can take the code – say, the code for controlling an aircraft – and mathematically prove that the software does the right thing,” says Mitra. “Our team is developing tools – based on our algorithms – that show how this dream could become a reality for realistic vehicle control systems.”
The applications for the work could go far beyond just ground, sea, and air vehicles. According to Mitra, the world of software enabled control systems is huge and still growing.
“Effective technology for verification and certification could change how everything from autonomous cars to spacecraft to manufacturing systems are designed and tested,” says Mitra. “Usable and scalable verification technologies could broaden the population involved in building systems and applications by providing the languages, compilers, and tools for safe product development and experimentation.”
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Satellites need propulsion when in space to maintain their orbit and avoid collisions with other satellites or space debris. However, as the volume of small satellites is increasing exponentially, potential collisions will become much more frequent. Current electrical propulsion systems are no longer fit for purpose for obstacle avoidance, as they lack the thrust required to avoid last minute collisions. Similarly, chemical thrusters are too large to form part of a small satellite bus and are also inefficient in terms of their operating lifespan.
Simultaneously, there are novel business models and space missions which are held back by current limits of propulsion. Such as satellite servicing, orbital assembly and asteroid mining. A breakthrough in propulsion is needed to enable this new era of space.
The Magdrive, an electrical propulsion system that is more than 10 times as powerful as any other electrical system, without compromising its efficiency, seeks to address these two key issues.
The Magdrive uses a unique pulsed power system to superheat its solid fuel to temperatures over hundred times that of a rocket, forming a plasma. This plasma is then confined and directed using electromagnets, ejected as a high velocity plasma exhaust, creating thrust.
This solution comes at the right time for the space era. We are at the inflection point and the number of spacecraft is going to rocket up (no pun intended) massively in the next few years. This sadly means space debris will exponentially increase leading to a dramatic increase in potential collisions. We need to improve on our propulsion capabilities to avoid these costly collisions.
Improved propulsion is also the key to unlocking the next stage of humans in space. Advanced missions in orbital assembly, servicing and manufacturing require a propulsion system that is fit for purpose; powerful, efficient small and nimble.
Where did the idea originate?
Dr Thomas Clayson completed his PhD in plasma laboratory astrophysics at Imperial in the Plasma Physics group, supervised by Dr Francisco Suzuki-Vidal and Prof Sergey Lebedev. His PhD and work in nuclear fusion, enable him to apply his specialised knowledge of plasma physics to develop a unique, high performing, pulsed plasma thruster. He originally conceptualised an electrical launch rocket that could take a 25% payload to Saturn in 3 months! He presented his vision to Mark over dinner, and over the course of the night agreed that while the technology doesn’t exist to make this work yet, a lot of this can be first developed for use on present day satellites – trialling the technology on a smaller scale first.
How did the team meet?
Tom and Mark met at Imperial. There was a networking event at Imperial College Business School and Mark and Thomas connected over a mutual desire to start a business related to space. They kept throwing ideas at each other for the next six months, until Tom pitched his Saturn-bound electrical launch rocket to Mark. Mark suggested they dream slightly closer to home and apply the same principles to small satellites in Low Earth Orbit. Once they proved the technology is successful at this size, then they can look to scale up the technology for manned space craft.
Do you have any advisors? If so how did they get involved?
We have multiple advisors who got involved in different ways. Mike Curtis Rouse and Chris Hobbs helped us identify the issues in the space industry we could solve with our technology. Dr Simon Bland and Dr Aaron Knoll are Imperial College professors, who provided valuable connections with the industry and technical advice. Lastly, Essa Salut, who helped trained us how to present our idea and pitch.
Where are you now and where do you plan to be?
We have raised enough funding from a mixture of VCs and grants to get our Magdrive to an In Orbit Demonstration. This will prove the commercial viability of our Magdrive to potential customers.
What’s been your biggest success so far?
We are proud to have grown to a team of 12 talented people who share our ambition to revolutionise the space industry. We’ve built an electrical propulsion development and testing lab. From the lab, we’ve built integrated prototypes to debug most of the technology. Our first space mission is launching in November, which is very exciting for us to watch our prototype go up into orbit!
What’s been the biggest challenge?
Learning how to focus our idea on the issues faced by the space industry, while still enabling those future goals. All technology takes longer than you expect to build, develop and test.
World events has also been challenging to our business. Covid has led to a global microchip shortage. Brexit has created another level of bureaucracy in terms of importing and exporting components and has contracted the talent pool from which we can recruit from.
What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs?
Talk to your customers, find out what issues they are facing. Look at the current solutions that they are relying on. If the solutions can be improved, then start from there. And build prototypes, if you only have a little money, build component or semi-functional prototypes; you will learn a lot with each prototype.


Taking a break from posting on the progress of remodeling Chelsea’s house, I have decided to post a web-gem that I stumbled across.
This is a picture taken from NASA’s Phoenix Mars Lander. Yes that is its robotic arm scooping up some of the surface to examine. In fact, the blog The Big Picture has 17 stunning images from Mars right here.
Don’t think this is cool? Well take a look at those pictures, and then think about the enormity of the situation. At its closest point Mars is approximately 35 Million miles away. 35 Million! To be able to successfully navigate equipment there, and then to have the technology not fail, and actually cooperate is incredible. Those are pictures of another planet. Another planet! Man the more I think about it space is pretty darn cool.


Avionics Interface Technologies (AIT) is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance flight modules, test and simulation modules, embedded solutions, databus analyzers, and support systems for both the commercial aerospace and defense industries. Our field-proven modules support MIL-STD-1553A/B, MIL-STD-1760E, ARINC 429, ARINC 615A, Combination MIL-STD-1553/ARINC 429, ARINC 664, and Fibre Channel.
AIT has gained the reputation for having the most technologically capable products with quick delivery times, high reliability, and unprecedented support. Our wide market acceptance stems from quality products and services worldwide. Expert pre- and post-sales technical support comes as part of the AIT solution. Our direct AIT offices, in cooperation with our network of qualified representatives, provide optimized in-country service and support for all your avionics flight, test, and simulation requirements.
Depot and Operational level testers must be capable of supporting a wide range of testing capabilities. To accomplish this it is essential that ATE systems are capable of supporting both the latest high speed avionics technologies as well as legacy interfaces which remain relevant as aircraft system life cycles continue to be extended.
AIT provides comprehensive support for both the latest and legacy avionics interface technologies with instruments supporting Ethernet (10Mbit/s to 10Gbit/s), ARINC 664, Fibre Channel, MIL-STD-1553, and ARINC 429.
As the data rates and bandwidth requirements for avionics systems continue to increase, the test engineers challenge of designing ATE to support the demands of today, and tomorrow at a reasonable cost becomes increasingly difficult.
The ATE systems of today require:
To meet these requirements, ATE designers are increasingly turning to PXI Express based platforms, and we are ready to support this with a wide range of avionics network and bus test instruments for PXI Express.
Our focus is the defense and aerospace industry, so we understand the importance of long term support and obsolesce mitigation. In addition to providing instruments for the latest ATE platforms like PXI Express, we continue to offer instruments for legacy platforms such as VME and VXI. And we will continue to provide these instruments well into the future.


WASHINGTON, DC 12/30/2013 – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced it has selected the Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) as one of six unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) test sites to support the integration of UAS into the national airspace system. The University System of Maryland, through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed with Virginia Tech and Rutgers University in September, will collaborate and partner on the FAA UAS test site, providing coordinated research and testing. Congressman Hoyer worked closely with Governor Martin O’Malley, Governor Chris Christie, and Governor Robert McDonnell to reach an agreement to collaborate on the project.
“Today’s announcement is excellent news for the Mid-Atlantic Region,” stated Congressman Hoyer. “Thanks to the collaboration between University System of Maryland, Virginia Tech, and Rutgers University; strong federal assets, including Pax River Naval Air Station, Webster Field, NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility, NASA Langley Research Center, and Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren; and support from industry partners, the region was strongly positioned for this important designation. I was pleased to work with Governors O’Malley, Christie, and McDonnell, as well as our three universities, in establishing the MOU between the three states, and I look forward to partnering as we move ahead with this initiative. Not only will this test site designation allow us to research and test how we can safely and efficiently integrate UAS technology into our nation’s airspace, but it will also spur job creation and economic growth throughout the region.”
“Maryland is home to the world’s leading center of UAS activity – the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River – and an array of other assets. At both the university level and among federal facilities, Maryland has been performing testing and development of UAS for more than two decades,” said Governor Martin O’Malley. “The selection of MAAP as one of the UAS test sites leverages the unparalleled capabilities of three world-class educational institutions to create jobs and generate a significant economic boon to the state, the region and the nation.”
Naval Air Station Patuxent River, located in the Fifth District, is recognized as one of the world’s premier centers of UAS activity. In addition, MAAP is advantaged by several Fifth District facilities and organizations, including Goddard Space Flight Center, the University of Maryland College Park, the general aviation airport in St. Mary’s County, industry partners, and community organizations, such as the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance, the Patuxent Partnership, and the Joint Atlantic and Chesapeake Ranges.


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The Boeing Company
As the world's leading aerospace company, Boeing provides products and services to customers in 145 countries. Boeing has been the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for more than 40 years, and is a global market leader in military aircraft, satellites, missile defense, human space flight, and launch systems and services.
Boeing is organized into four major units: Commercial Airplanes, Connexion by BoeingSM, Boeing Capital Corporation, and Integrated Defense Systems. In addition, its Shared Services Group provides common services and efficient infrastructure services that enable the company's business units to concentrate on profitable growth, and Phantom Works, which provides advanced research and development, working with business units to identify their technology needs. Phantom Works also leads Boeing Air Traffic Management, an integrated approach to safe, reliable and affordable air travel.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes has been the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for more than 40 years. New product development efforts are focused on the Boeing 7E7, a super-efficient airplane that is expected to be in service in 2008. The company has nearly 13,000 commercial jetliners in service worldwide, which is roughly 75 percent of the world fleet.
Connexion by BoeingSM is a mobile information services supplier providing high-speed, two-way Internet-based connectivity to aircraft in flight. The Connexion by Boeing service is currently available to the executive services market in the United States, including operators of private and government aircraft. Commercial airline passengers were introduced to the service in 2003.
With more than 35 years experience in equipment lending and leasing, Boeing Capital Corporation is structured to provide innovative financing solutions for commercial airplanes, business aircraft, and space and defense products. The company has a portfolio of more than $12.2 billion.
The company's Integrated Defense Systems unit is the second-largest contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, providing U.S. armed forces and its allies around the world with fully integrated, high-performing systems solutions and support.
Boeing Integrated Defense Systems provides end-to-end services for large-scale systems that combine sophisticated communications networks with air, land, sea and space-based platforms for global military, government and commercial customers. The company offers a wide range of defense and space systems products and services. It designs, produces, modifies and supports fighters, bombers, transports, rotorcraft, aerial refuelers, missiles and munitions and is on the leading edge of military technology through its unmanned systems development efforts.
Boeing Integrated Defense Systems also supports the U.S. government on several programs of national significance, including the Missile Defense Agency's Ground-Based Midcourse Defense program, the National Reconnaissance Office's Future Imagery Architecture, the Air Force's Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle program and NASA's International Space Station. The company has become the systems integrator for several new programs, including the U.S. Army's Future Combat Systems and Joint Tactical Radio System, and the Transportation Security Administration's Explosives Detection Systems.
Boeing employs nearly 157,000 people, in 70 countries and 48 states within the U.S., with major operations in the Puget Sound area of Washington state; Southern California; Wichita, Kansas; and St. Louis, Missouri.
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07 Jan HWS Speaker Series: Is There (Was There?) Life on Mars?
Astronomer Percival Lowell thought there were irrigation canals on Mars. Mariner missions, Viking missions, and the Mars Exploration Rover missions have changed and expanded our knowledge. The Mars Rover Curiosity is still sending information and now the Mars InSight Mission has landed. There is no water on the surface, but what about below?
Professor Nan Crystal Arens will review what we know and where else in the solar system exobiologists are looking to see if we are not alone.
Dr. Arens is a biologist and a geologist. Her studies include plant evolution and extinction.
Wednesday, January 9
7:00 – 8:30 PM


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According to an official of the Pentagon, the latest fighter jet being developed for the U.S. Armed Forces, is not entirely safe when it comes to hacking attacks. The comment of the official led to a major outcry since the F-35 has been plagued by technical flaws and budget overruns. In late April, the jet build by Lockheed Martin failed the stealth test.
The jet’s vulnerability to hackers is a result of the so called ALIS.ALIS is the computer system that sends information to the helmet displays of the pilots. F-35 pilots have an augmented reality overview drawn from six cameras across the body of the plane. When the pilots looks around, instead of seeing the cockpit he sees the world around him.
ALIS does that for him. Therefore the pilot carries the system, which looks like a desktop computer, with him to the plane and plugs it in a slot in the cockpit. All the information about his mission and all the data is on that laptop. Whoever is able to get into this system, could mislead the pilot, sabotage the mission or even bring the jet down without firing a bullet. The Pentagon is trying to downplay the comment.


NASA has led the charge in space exploration for more than six decades, and through the new Artemis program, they will build on their work in low-Earth orbit.
NASA’s Artemis lunar exploration program includes sending a suite of new science instruments and technology demonstrations to study the Moon, landing the first woman and next man on the lunar surface by 2024, and establishing a sustained presence by 2028. The agency will leverage its Artemis experience and technologies to prepare for the next giant leap – sending astronauts to Mars.
NASA and its international and commercial partners have demonstrated skill in solving the challenge of feeding crews in low-Earth orbit. Astronauts have lived and worked continuously in space for more than 20 years (Nov 2 2000) , eating mostly packaged foods along with some fresh foods delivered on regular resupply missions.
In preparation for Artemis missions to the Moon and beyond, researchers are developing ways to sustain explorers for missions to destinations beyond low-Earth orbit including Mars, missions that may last for months or even years and have limited opportunities for resupply missions.
Scientists are new using LED lighting technology to supply the plants with vital nutrition, this includes both manual and automated growth environments. Even though growing plants in space is still hard, these experiments show that it is possible to grow edible essential plants under controlled conditions.