Endeavour Is The Next Mission For ISS
The 32nd flight to the ISS is scheduled for target on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010. This flight will use Space Shuttle Endeavour. The launch time is expected to be at 4:39 Eastern Stardard Time.
STS-130 DETAILS
1. Shuttle: Endeavour
2. Launch Target: Feb. 7, 2010, 4:39 a.m. EST
3. Duration: 13 days
4. Launch [...]

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Using 3600 Seconds At A Time
Productivity is often measured on a per unit per hour basis. To determine profits and costs, a company needs to know the rate of productivity. Even though it’s not an exact science, a good estimation is very useful for business purposes.
If we’re calibrating the output of a machine or a [...]

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The Longest Annular Solar Eclipse of the Millennium
 
                    Annular Solar Eclipse – 15 January 2010 (YouTube)
On January 15, 2009, millions gathered to watch the annular eclipse of the Sun. It was the longest annular solar eclipse of the millennium, and the longest until December 23, 3043.
According to The Hindu, the eclipse could be viewed in southern [...]

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Comparing Solar and Lunar Eclipses
What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse? Do both eclipses have anything in common? What is an eclipse?
An eclipse happens when one celestial object moves into the shadow of another.
Solar Eclipse Facts
1. Only occurs at new moon.
2. Lasts for a few minutes.
3. Occurs when the Moon [...]

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Finding Orion The Hunter
Orion, also called “The Hunter”, is a prominent constellation that is visible all over the world. How do I find Orion The Hunter, which has a total of seven stars?
Orion is one of the easiest constellations to find, if you know where and what to look for. Hint: Orion’s Belt is really what you’re [...]

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Enjoy The Night Sky With The Skyquest XT4.5
Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
Looking for a great beginner telescope? The Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Classic Dobsonian Telescope has very high ratings. This Dobsonian can be maneuvered effortlessly, while you view the heavens above.
Sky & Telescope Magazine
Sky & Telescope, the Essential Magazine of Astronomy, advertises Orion telescopes on their [...]

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Viewing Constellations In The Northern Sky
CASSIOPEIA
Cassiopeia, “the queen”, is easy to see with the naked eye. It is has the shape of a W. It’s sort of a slanted W. Try to find it, viewing the northeastern sky. Everybody knows where the Big Dipper is, which is slightly northwest. Cassiopeia is to the right of the [...]

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Track The ISS And Other Satellites
Real time satellite tracking on the web. Track the ISS and watch it pass by in the sky near your location. It is clearly visible with the naked eye. Catch it!
Whether you’re an amateur radio operator, an astronomy enthusiast, or an electronic guru, tracking satellites isn’t so bad at all [...]

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Discovery Space Shuttle Liftoff on August 28th 2009 at 11:59 PM EST
WATCH DISCOVERY LIFTOFF LIVE:
1.  Space Shuttle Discovery Launch  Via YouTube! (Updated – Link works)
2.  Spaceflight Now – Continuing Live Coverage! 
3.  View ISS And Shuttle From Earth – Click on Human Space Flight to get realtime data. Find out when these spacecrafts pass over your city!
Mission: [...]

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View The ISS And Space Shuttle From Earth
Find out in your city the best time to view the International Space Station and the Space Shuttle. See it all right in your own backyard.
Human Space Flight Is Very Accurate:
First, click Human Space Flight to find out more information. You will enter your country, state or province, and then [...]

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