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Gravitational Wave Wonders, Lunar Orbits & Satellite Showdowns: #476 Q&A

Gravitational Wave Wonders, Lunar Orbits & Satellite Showdowns: #476 Q&A

Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries vor 1 Jahr

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Space Nuts #476 Q&A: Gravitational Waves, Space Stations,
and Ultra Massive Black Holes

Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson in this engaging
Q&A edition of Space Nuts as they tackle intriguing questions
from listeners worldwide. From the curious nature of gravitational
waves to the feasibility of a dual orbiting space station, and the
mystery of ultra massive black holes, this episode is full of
cosmic conundrums and insightful discussions.

Episode Highlights:

- Gravitational Waves Conundrum: Explore whether
gravitational waves can reflect or refract like light or sound
waves. Understand the unique nature of these quadrupole waves and
how they interact with the fabric of Space.

- Orbiting Space Stations: Delve into the concept of a space
station orbiting both Earth and the Moon in a figure 8 pattern.
Discuss the challenges of such an endeavour and its potential
impact on lunar missions.

- China's Satellite Constellations: Examine the implications
of China's new satellite constellation and the efforts to reduce
their visibility, similar to SpaceX's Starlink.

- Ultra Massive Black Holes: Investigate the possibility of
ultra massive black holes residing in cosmic voids and their
potential role in the universe's large-scale structure.

- Spacesuit Compatibility Issues: Understand the challenges
faced by astronauts due to incompatible spacesuits between Boeing's
Starliner and SpaceX's Dragon capsule.

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00:00 - This edition of Space Nuts will focus on gravitational
waves

01:28 - Colin asks is there any evidence that gravitational waves
reflect or refract

06:25 - Is it possible to have a space station orbiting both Earth
and the moon

09:39 - With China adding a new, currently visible satellite
constellation, are discussions being had

13:39 - Professor Fred Watson answers audience questions in Q and A
edition

19:55 - Your final question reflects on an issue we spoke about
recently

21:09 - Mark asks about spacesuit compatibility between Boeing
Starliner and SpaceX Dragon

26:51 - If you have questions for us, please send them through via
our website

️ Episode References

SpaceX

https://www.spacex.com/

Starlink

https://www.starlink.com/

Apollo 8

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_8

Artemis Programme

https://www.nasa.gov/specials/artemis/

International Space Station (ISS)

https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html

USA Today

https://www.usatoday.com/

Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS)

https://www.unoosa.org/oosa/en/ourwork/copuos/index.html

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