Posted on 09/07/2013 11:29:29 AM PDT by BenLurkin
Although the launch was nearly flawless, LADEE ran into some trouble right after its separation from the Minotaur V. The probe's onboard computer shut down LADEE's reaction wheels, which are used to stabilize the attitude of the probe in space, after noticing that they were drawing too much current.
Engineers will work to develop a repair plan over the next few days. But there's not a great deal of time pressure at the moment, Worden said. LADEE will take nearly a month to get to the moon on its long and looping route.
"The nice thing about this is that we have two ways to orient [LADEE]," Worden added. "One is with thrusters, the other is with reaction wheels. So we're pretty confident that we're going to get it in the right state."
(Excerpt) Read more at nbcnews.com ...
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This mission is at least in keeping with the original mission directive of NASA which is one federal agency that actually operates on a shoestring budget.
I wish more of our federal agencies operated with NASA efficiency.
Look at the money blown by the social security administration on a daily basis and get back to me and then we can start talking about welfare.
NASA has accidents in an extremely tough environments and other agencies are designed for failure right here on earth.
How is this mission in keeping with Obama’s directive of muslim outreach?
Its pretty amazing how many problems they can solve at a distance.
Just yesterday I read that the New Horizons team was awaiting the arrival of the original glass plate photos of Pluto’s discovery. Apparently they’re using them to calculate exactly where Pluto will be for the New Horizons flyby in 2015 and make final trajectory adjustments for the closest possible pass.
Benefits of the NASA Space Program
During the “America in Space Show,” a list is displayed of the benefits that can be traced to NASA’s technological research and engineering. Several show attendees have asked that we publish this list.
Computer Technology
Ground Processing Scheduling System
3-D Semiconductor Stacking
Structural Analysis
News Exchange Reader
Air Quality Monitoring
Advanced keyboard Design
Database Management System
Laser Surveying
Aircraft Controls
Expert System Software
Microcomputers
Advanced Imaging and Design Graphics.
Consumer/Home/Recreation
Enriched Baby Food
Water Purification System
Scratch-Resistant Lenses
Pool Purification
Ribbed Swimsuit
Golf Ball and Composite Golf Club Design
Portable Coolers/Warmers
Sports Training
Athletic Shoes
Dustbuster
Shock-absorbing Helmets
Home Security Systems
Smoke Detectors
Flat Panel Televisions
High-density Batteries
Trash Compactors
Food Packaging and Freeze-dried Technology
Sports Bra Design
Hair Styling Appliances
Fogless Ski Goggles
Self-adjusting Sunglasses
Hang Gliders
Art Preservation
Quartz Crystal Timing Equipment.
Environmental and Resource Management
Microspheres
Solar Energy
Weather Forecasting Aids
Forest Management
Sensors for Environmental Control
Wind Monitor
Telemetry Systems
Plant Research
Fire Resistant Materials
Radiation Insulation
Whale Identification
Environmental Analysis
Noise Abatement
Pollution Measuring Devices
Pollution Control Devices
Smokestack Monitor
Radioactive Leak Detector
Earthquake Prediction System
Sewage Treatment
Energy Saving Air Conditioning
Air Purification
Health and Medicine
Digital Imaging Breast Biopsy System
Breast Cancer Detection
Laser Angioplasty
Ultrasound Skin Damage Assessment .
Human Tissue Stimulator
Coolant Suit
Programmable Pacemaker
Ocular Screening
Automated Urinalysis
Medical Gas Analyzer
Voice-controlled Wheelchair
Arteriosclerosis Detection
Ultrasound Scanners
Automatic Insulin Pump
Portable X-ray Device
Invisible Braces
Dental Arch Wire
Palate Surgery Technology
Clean Room Apparel
Implantable Heart Aid
MRI
Bone Analyzer
Cataract Surgery Tools.
Industrial Productivity/Manufacturing Technology
Magnetic Liquids
Welding Sensor System
Microlasers
Magnetic Bearing System
plasma Sprayed Engine Lubricant
Interactive Computer Training
High-pressure Water Stripping
Advanced Welding Torch
Gasoline Vapor Recovery
Self-locking Fasteners
Machine Tool Software
Laser Wire Stripper
Lubricant Coating Process
Wireless Communications
Engine Coatings and Design.
Public Safety
Radiation Hazard Detector
Emergency Response Robot
Pen –sized Personal Alarm System
Lightweight Emergency Rescue Cutters
Firemen Air Tanks
Personal Storm Warning System
Self-righting Raft
Doppler Radar
Firefighters’ Radios
Lead Poison Detection
Fire Detector
Flame Detector
Corrosion Protection Coating
Protective Clothing
Robotic Hands
Transportation
Studless Winter Tires
Better Brakes
Weight-saving Technology
Improved Aircraft Engines
Advanced lubricants
Energy Storage Systems
New Wing Designs for Jets
Safer Bridges
Emission Testing
Airline Wheelchairs
Electric Car
Auto Design
Methane-powered Vehicles
Wind Shear Prediction
Aircraft Design Analysis
Better put some ice on that.
No, wait! The space program has developed more effective burn treatments...
"You've got a lot to learn if you want people to think of you as a miracle worker. "
How about microelectronics?
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