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Asteroid 2005YK55 approaches and is the subject of research, not the script of Hollywood. Rock the size of aircraft carrier stays between Earth and the Moon's orbit.
HEADLINE: Asteroid Anxiety? Astronomers say not to worry.
CAPTION: Asteroid 2005YU55 approaches and is the subject of research, not the script of Hollywood. Rock the size of aircraft carrier stays between Earth and the Moon's...
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A problem with a valve on a Delta IV Heavy rocket and strong winds delayed the first test flight of Orion, the spacecraft designed to carry astronauts to asteroids and Mars. NASA says it will try to launch Orion on Friday. (Dec. 4)
UPSOUND (English) NASA Control Room:
"Roger. ALC hold fire on. Timer, do not release the hold."
"Roger."
"Hold fire on."
UPSOUND (English) NASA Control Room:
"At this time, please coordinate a new 2-Zero for 1-4-:-4-Zulu, the end of the...
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USA/SPACE: NEAR SPACECRAFT LANDS ON EROS ASTEROID
English/Nat
The NEAR spacecraft, which surprised experts by landing so softly on asteroid Eros that it is still working, has been given a reprieve.
NASA is adding 10 extra days to its mission so scientists can use instruments to probe...
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On Friday, NASA launched the Orion spacecraft on its maiden voyage. The spacecraft, which is designed to travel to asteroids and Mars, is on its first test flight. (Dec. 5)
{SOUNDBITE: Robert Braun, Georgia Institute of Technology:}
"This is a big day for NASA and a big day for the nation."
{SOUNDBITE: Robert Braun, Georgia Institute of Technology:}
"The reason that we have these series of tests lined up...
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Scientists discuss how to protect planet from asteroids
Garden Grove, California - 23 February 2004
1. Wide shot of attendees at Planetary Defence Conference
2. Speaker at conference
3. Wide shot of conference
4. Conference sign
5. Attendee
6. SOUNDBITE (English) David Morrison, NASA...
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USA: NASA SPACECRAFT ASTEROID MISSION LATEST
English/Nat
A robot spacecraft tracking an asteroid is sending data back to scientists on Earth again after a 27-hour blackout.
But its mission to orbit the giant space rock next month has been postponed.
Scientists were trying on...
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A new mission to study an asteroid near Earth
US ASTEROID MISSION SOURCE: AP HORIZONS, LIFESTYLE, HEALTH AND TECHNOLOGY / VNR: COPYRIGHT OF NASA RESTRICTIONS: HORIZONS CLIENTS AND AP LIFESTYLE, HEALTH AND TECHNOLOGY CLIENTS ONLYLENGTH: 5.16SHOTLIST:VNR: Copyright of NASA Not...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : In Oman desert European venture sets sights on Mars
Would be astronauts in aluminium coated suits venture out in rovers from a sprawling camp in Oman's barren desert: a simulation by a European venture aiming to one day help humans survive on Mars
Curated Video
How Can Earth Avoid An Asteroid Strike?
If a meteor actually hits Earth, it's called a meteorite. As many as 30 pebble sized ones strike the planet each day.
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Search for asteroid that may have struck millions of years ago
1. Wide shot Gulf of Mexico
2. Various aerial shots Maurice Ewing research ship
3. SOUNDBITE: (Spanish) Manuel Anguas, Deputy Admiral, Mexican Navy:
"That is correct, they have to present to the naval authorities all the corresponding...
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One man's mission to track flying space objects and protect earth
The hazy Welsh countryside, where sheep lazily graze, oblivious to the dangers that lurk in space.
It's here at the Spaceguard Centre that asteroids and comets are being tracked daily.
The data collected helps scientists around the...
Sky News
Interview with Tesla boss Elon Musk
CLEAN: Interior interview with Elon Musk, discussing s his plans to send a manned mission to Mars On 8th June 2014 in London, United Kingdom
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
The Day the Mesozoic Died
Solve the ultimate who dunnit mystery: the death of the dinosaurs. Viewers watch an engaging video that describes how the asteroid impact hypothesis came to fruition and the evidence supporting it. The video also explains how life...
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
The Day the Mesozoic Died
A dynamic, three-part feature explores what caused mass extinction of the dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous period. Computer animations, interviews, and on-site footage from around the world divulge evidence that it was the K-T...
SciShow
Mining Asteroids for Space Treasure!
Can humans really live in space? Which elements and compounds are essential for life? An informative video explores the concept of mining asteroids for important chemicals needed to support life in space. Viewers then identify the...
TED-Ed
Can a Black Hole Be Destroyed?
The destructive power of black holes is enough to give any astrophysicist nightmares. No wonder the question arises as to whether a black hole can be destroyed. The narrator of a theoretical video explores the possibilities.
SciShow
Move Over, Mars: We Could Farm on Asteroids!
We need a source of food to live on another planet. An installment of the extensive SciShow Space series suggests one option, farming on asteroids! Caitlin Hofmeister explains the challenges and benefits of potential future farms. She...
SciShow
What Knocked Over Uranus? And Two Other Mysteries
It's no secret that most of the galaxy is a mystery. Data suggests that the known exoplanets may be most similar to our own neighborhood planet Uranus. Unfortunately, scientists know little about Uranus. The video lesson presenter...
PBS
Solar System Formation
PBS 9-12 Space introduces what scientists currently know about Bennu, an asteroid that likely existed before our sun. NASA expects to land on Bennu in late 2018, and the excitement building up to this landing comes through in a video,...
Be Smart
The Cosmic Origins of Earth's Water
Was Earth born as a Blue Planet? Discover where water came from with a video from an intriguing science playlist. The resource covers the three most likely origins of water, how scientists differentiate between comet and asteroid water,...
TED-Ed
Why is NASA Sending a Spacecraft to a Metal World?
Can we journey to outer space to learn more about inner Earth? Discover the method to NASA's madness with an enlightening short video. The narrator explains the composition of the asteroid the resource is studying, what scientists hope...
Be Smart
Asteroids, Meteors, Comets… and the End of the World?
Dinosaurs owe their destiny to an asteroid. What are the chances humans will meet the same fate? A fascinating video lesson considers the probability of an asteroid colliding with the earth while taking into account variations in...
Be Smart
Asteroid Mining: Our Ticket To Living Off Earth?
It turns out asteroids could be a gold mine—literally! An It's Ok To Be Smart video lesson describes the untapped resources orbiting our solar system. The presenter considers the possibilities of space colonies using these resources as...
TED-Ed
The First Asteroid Ever Discovered
Flash back to 1801 to meet Ceres, the first asteroid discovery! Use a video lesson to learn how careful plotting and measuring led to the discovery of Ceres. Once lost, mapping the orbit led to new astronomy and new mathematics to...