In space. Episode 2

Description

Satellites: A look at a 300 million pound British project that has been launched to help monitor climate change patterns. Ozone Hole: A better understanding of the damage this hole is causing. Pioneer 10: Here we look at a satellite launched In 1972 that has travelled an incredible 5 billion miles into space. Micro Senses: Technology invented to help monitor NASA's equipment while in orbit. Space Sickness: NASA continues to research into avoiding 'motion sickness' for its astronauts. Driving On The Moon: Here we join astronauts as they take their special vehicle for a lunar spin. Space Travel: We look at the possibilities that lie beyond our solar system. Meteors: New research into the possibilities of earth being hit by a passing intergalactic object. Health In Space: NASA uses new technology to help monitor astronaut health while on missions. Ill Fated Flight: Here we recount the horror of the Challenger flight in 1986 and the 7 human lives that were lost due to the explosion of a hydrogen chamber.

Runtime

24 min

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Date of Publication

2006

Database

Alexander Street

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