Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates S03E57: Starlink Surge & Artemis Delays: SpaceX's Triumphs and NASA's Challenges
May 24, 2024
12:07
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll kick off with SpaceX's rapid-fire launches, delivering 23 Starlink satellites into orbit in under 48 hours. Next, we delve into NASA's Artemis program and its Gateway lunar space station, facing some delays but making significant progress. We'll then explore a groundbreaking proposal for a 14-meter infrared space telescope, Saltus, aimed at uncovering our cosmic origins. Discover NASA's massive new catalog of exoplanets, shedding light on potentially habitable worlds, and learn about the recent discovery of an "evil twin" to Venus, providing crucial insights into life's necessary conditions. Finally, we'll discuss the controversy surrounding the U.S. Space Force's proposal to build new telescopes in Hawaii and the local opposition it faces.
(00:00) This week's Astronomy Daily features exciting updates in space and astronomy.
(00:51) SpaceX launches 23 Starlink satellites in less than 48 hours.
(05:36) NASA's Artemis program faces delays with the Gateway lunar space station.(08:29) A new proposal for a 14-meter infrared space telescope, Saltus.
(12:15) NASA's new catalog of exoplanets and their potential for habitability.
(15:47) Discovery of Gliese 12 b, an "evil twin" to Venus.
(19:23) Controversy over the U.S. Space Force's new telescope project in Hawaii.
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(00:00) This week's Astronomy Daily features exciting updates in space and astronomy.
(00:51) SpaceX launches 23 Starlink satellites in less than 48 hours.
(05:36) NASA's Artemis program faces delays with the Gateway lunar space station.(08:29) A new proposal for a 14-meter infrared space telescope, Saltus.
(12:15) NASA's new catalog of exoplanets and their potential for habitability.
(15:47) Discovery of Gliese 12 b, an "evil twin" to Venus.
(19:23) Controversy over the U.S. Space Force's new telescope project in Hawaii.
For an astronomical experience, visit our website at astronomydaily.io for the latest news, sign up for our free newsletter, and check out exclusive sponsor deals. Connect with us on X (@AstroDailyPod) for engaging discussions with fellow space aficionados. This is Anna, reminding you to keep your gaze fixed on the heavens. Until our next stellar episode, let the cosmos ignite your curiosity and wonder. Clear skies and cosmic discoveries to all!
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-the-podcast--5648921/support.
www.astronomydaily.io
www.bitesz.com
Sponsors
www.bitesz.com/nordpass
https://www.bitesz.com/show/astronomy-daily-the-podcast/sponsors/