Off-Nominal 179 - Not Supposed to Poof (Presenting the 2024 Off-Nominees with Loren Grush)
Dec 20, 2024
Loren Grush, a Bloomberg reporter and space news specialist, joins the hosts to unveil the 2024 Off-Nominees. They explore whimsical stories from the year, including quirky lunar missions and unexpected media crazes. The conversation dives into chaotic rocket launches and reflects on the influence of billionaires in space ventures. With a mix of humor and absurdity, they share nostalgic anecdotes and engage in playful debates about the quirks and challenges of space exploration, making it a delightful listen for space enthusiasts.
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Peregrine's Near Moon Flyby
- Peregrine experienced a propellant leak, jeopardizing its lunar mission.
- Despite this, the team believed they could still fly it past the moon, but were instructed to sink it into the ocean.
SLIM's Upside-Down Landing
- Jaxa's SLIM lander, nicknamed "Moon Sniper", landed upside down after its main engine detached.
- Despite this, it operated for a while and even rebooted after a lunar cycle.
IM-1's Tipping Point
- Intuitive Machines' IM-1 lander tipped over during landing due to a software oversight.
- This led to uncertainty about the mission's success and a humorous press conference the following day.
