VERTIGUY
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@vertiguy
VTOL enthusiast in AU. My jet pack (for now) is a powered paraglider. I enjoy temporary Zero-G. Drone mapping since 2014. SpaceX & Tesla fan. Real name Richard.
Separation systems are a critical part of a launch vehicle. They’re complex mechanisms that have to be strong enough to withstand the rigor of launch, then release cleanly at a precise moment in flight to enable Stage 2 to continue to orbit and Stage 1 to return to Earth. Stage separation tests are underway with test articles of Neutron’s Stage 2 and upper module. It's one of hundreds of tests we're conducting to ensure we bring a robust and reliable vehicle to market.
Our hybrid-electric aircraft has reached a major milestone. Vertical takeoff, transition onto the wing, and sustained cruise. This aircraft has the potential to be more efficient than a helicopter and to cruise faster. It shares an airframe, avionics, and flight control system with our all-electric air taxi, demonstrating how different powertrains can be integrated into one VTOL platform. As we plan to welcome FAA pilots into our all-electric VTOL, this milestone underscores the rapid pace of development and the adaptability of our platform to meet evolving market demand.
Compare and contrast what the default @googleearth Moon map gives you vs what you can make with NASA LOLA data.
Today we opened our satellite manufacturing facility—alongside @RepKevinMullin and partners across the space and tech ecosystem. From this facility, we’ll produce and deploy a constellation of 250+ American-made satellites over the next five years—at a total cost lower than a single traditional GPS satellite on orbit today.
In one of NASA’s photos from Artemis II, you can see Tropical Cyclone Malia stalled in the Solomon Sea between Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 and the Solomon Islands. 🇸🇧 As a meteorologist, I think that this is super cool! 🌀 I’m geeking out a little.
(HEADPHONE WARNING) Come take a seat inside the gates of Launch Complex 39B to watch & listen as SLS and her crew of four take to the skies, destined for the moon on the Artemis II mission. Lots to break down in the audio - from the HPU's chuffing away, the ROFI's popping, and the poor microphone taking the acoustic brunt of four RS-25 engines and a pair of five-segment solid rocket boosters. Come check it! 📸 - @NASASpaceflight
