space shuttles
Science

This Is What A Shrink-Wrapped Space Shuttle Looks Like

I’ve seen the space shuttle in every possible way and angle. Even at the launch pad at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. But I’ve never seen it completely shrink-wrapped, as if someone just ordered one from Amazon.

13 November 2012

Geek Out

Describing Saturn 5 In Simple English Is Difficult But Hilarious

Describing any form of technology in simple English can sometimes be tricky. But try describing a space craft, and suddenly things get much, much harder.

9 November 2012

Science

NASA Dismantles The Last Traces Of The Space Shuttle Program

When NASA cleans their garage, they always end up with the largest yard sale in the world. The giant platforms in the photo above are just part of the shuttle-era equipment being removed from the Kennedy Space Center’s Vehicle Assembly Building.

31 October 2012

News

Not Even Space Shuttles Can Withstand Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane Sandy damaged the Enterprise’s tail. According to a report by Space.com, the shelter protecting the shuttle has collapsed, leaving the Enterprise exposed to the elements. [Space]

27 September 2012

Science

Is This The Most Stunning Shuttle Flyover Ever?

I don’t know if it’s the most stunning or not — NYC was pretty awesome — but Endeavour looks absolutely magnificent flying over Los Angeles en route to LAX. The sense of scale is absolutely fantastic. What a beautiful shot. Click to see the ultra-HD version. [APOD]

20 July 2012

Geek Out

Up Close And Personal With Enterprise, The First Space Shuttle Ever

The Space Shuttle — a wonder of American innovation. Except now the program is dead, and these behemoths are no longer making treks into the great unknown. But that doesn’t make the sight of them any less awe-inspiring.

9 July 2012

Science

Watch All The Space Shuttle Launches At Once

Today marks one year since Atlantis roared on Launch Pad 39A en route to the International Space Station. It was the last of the 135 launches in the history of the space shuttle program. Here is an amazing video that shows them all at the same time.

6 June 2012

Science

Watch The Space Shuttle Enterprise Float Merrily Up The Hudson River

Today, Space Shuttle Enterprise is making its way up the Hudson River towards the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum. See a snippet of the journey, which was rather fantastic, in this video.

4 June 2012

Science

The Space Shuttle Is Sailing Around New York Today

Atten-shun, New Yorkers! This will not be as spectacular as her flyover on top of her 747 mothership, but it will be a great view for all of you: NASA’s Space Shuttle Enterprise is going around New York right now!

1 June 2012

Science

Dragon Spaceship Successfully Returns To Earth

The Dragon has completed its historic journey to the International Space Station. The first private spaceship to ever dock with the station has returned home. Here is how it happened.

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