Mar 27, 2023
Astronomy Cast Ep. 674: Asteroid Early Warning Systems
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
The asteroid apocalypse is one of those existential crises that keep astronomers up at night. But the DART mission showed us that we can push an asteroid off its trajectory if we have enough warning. Today we’ll talk about how...
Mar 20, 2023
Astronomy Cast Ep. 673: How to See Satellites (or Avoid Seeing Them)
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
Streamed live on Mar 13, 2023.
If you’re in dark skies and look up, you’re certain to see a satellite. Lots of them. But how can you know which one you’re seeing, and how can you improve your chances of a sighting?...
Mar 13, 2023
Astronomy Cast Ep. 672: Space Debris Removal
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
Streamed live on Mar 8, 2023.
We’ve talked about the rising problem of space junk. Okay, we know it’s an issue. So what can be done about it? Today we’ll talk about ideas to remove space junk, making sure space is open to use for the...
Mar 6, 2023
Astronomy Cast Ep. 671: The Consequences to Breaking Space Laws
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
Streamed live on Mar 1, 2023.
Last week we talked about the laws that govern space exploration. This week the rubber hits the road. What are the consequences for actually breaking these rules? Are they really going to stop...