Science and Space News
| When will the shuttle begin service again? Will it be modified? What affect will the delay in shuttle launches have on the International Space Station? We hope to report on these and other space and science issues here as new information is obtained. This site will contain feature articles and links to other on-line publications. Some material on the site will be updated daily, so stay tuned. Space Shuttle Columbia Investigation Report Released The Columbia Accident Investigation Board released its report on the accident that destroyed the Columbia space shuttle. While the cause the accident (foam broke from the fuel tank during launch, damaging thermal tiles on the wing, eventually leading to a break up during re-entry) the report also addresses concerns about the Space Shuttle Program's history and culture and the management of NASA.Tracking Hurricanes by John Shaw Ever notice, in the evening after dark or early in the morning, an object slowly moving overhead in a straight line. Perhaps it appears suddenly or disappears suddenly. It may be a high flying airplane, too high for its flash light or colored red and green lights to be noticeable. But it may be a satellite. Read More >>
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