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The Space Show focuses on timely and important issues influencing the development of outer-space commerce, space tourism,space exploration and space development. The Space Show is committed to facilitating our becoming a space-faring nation and society with a growing and self-sustaining space-faring economy. The Space Show also focuses on other related subjects of interest to us all.
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Dr. Dave Goldberg, Friday, 4-2-10 (58.37MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Dave Goldberg. Topics, physics, astronomy, astrophysics we can all understand and enjoy. Dr. Dave Goldberg, physics professor at Drexel University was our guest to discuss his new book, "A User's Guide to the Universe: Surviving the Perils of Black Holes, Time Paradoxes, and Quantum Uncertainty." Visit his blog website for more information, http://usersguidetotheuniverse.com. In addition, this book is available for purchase through the One Giant Leap Foundation website and if purchased this way, Amazon makes a contribution to OGLF and The Space Show. Please use www.amazon.com/dp/0470496517?tag=onegialeafou-20. In segment one, Dr. Goldberg provided us with the approach used to introduce the general population to the topics discussed in the book. Our early discussion focused on the equation E=MC2, matter and energy, nuclear technology, and even policy making based on understanding the science and technology. Dr. Goldberg took us through the theory that if one really understands the science and technology, better and wiser policy decisions will be made by those making such decisions. He recommended that policy makers have a broad education instead of a highly focused or targeted education. Toward the end of the segment, we talked about fringe or crackpot science and how he copes with it in his profession as well as the book. As we started the second segment, we continued with the discussion on wish list, crackpot, and fringe science. We then talked at length about string theory and here Dave had much to say, both as to the theory and those promoting it along with how the media treats the discussion. The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) came up and we talked about the Higgs Boson particle and the LHC collisions just announced. This led us to discussing the amounts of energy needed to do many experiments so don't miss this discussion. String theory was brought u again in the context of how much energy was needed for various experiments. Our third segment started off with Dr. Goldberg describing his Chapter 5 on time travel. We talked time travel for this full segment and he told about his recent article letter published on io9 regarding the Hot Tub Time Machine. This is a humorous letter which you will enjoy reading along with the comments. To see it, please visit http://io9.com/5504813/to-the-writers-and-director-of-hot-tub-time-machine-from-a-physics-professor. During this segment, we mostly talked about the issues regarding time travel to past, paradoxes, and General Relativity. As you will hear, it might be possible were we to have the amount of energy thought to be needed, plus he said we probably could not go back in time before the time machine existed. Toward the end of the segment, I asked him about time travel to the future. Going into the future appears to be substantially different and more plausible than travel to the past. Don't miss this segment, not only was it fun, it was most informative. Our fourth segment dealt with Chapter 8 Extraterrestrials and then at last, Chapter 7, The Big Bang. Dr. Goldberg brought in the Drake Equation and the possibility of contacting an advanced ET civilization. He said space was huge and talked about randomness, yet another chapter in his book. A listener asked him about the possibility of alternative theories or rules for physics that we do not yet know or understand. Here, he talked about the Weak Anthropic Principle which he said was not liked by scientists. Listen to what he had to say to learn why its not liked. Our discussion then moved to the Big Bang and then in conclusion, he addressed the issue of how scientists work with the media and how their peers regard them. You will find this most interesting. To send a comment or question to Dr. Dave Goldberg, he directs us all to his blog which is http://usersguidetotheuniverse.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 03 Apr 2010 16:29:57 UTC
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The Space Show Classroom Lesson 5 New Space Industry, 3-30-10 (52.70MB; download) -- Guests: CLASSROOM; Paul Breed, Dr. Jim Logan, Dr. John Jurist, Dr. David Livingston. Topics: New Space Industry. Welcome to The Space Show Classroom Lesson 5 on the New Space Industry. Please remember that if you have questions or comments regarding this program or for any of the participants, post them on the Classroom blog at http://spaceshowclassroom.wordpress.com. Emails sent to me will be posted on the blog on your behalf. As we started Lesson 5, we asked guest panelist Paul Breed of Unreasonable Rockets to define the New Space Industry. This is a comprehensive discussion on what makes up the industry, why its hard to describe and define, and some of the defining characteristics. For example, is the industry defined by the nature of the customer, who pays the bill, is New Space a publicly traded or private company or something else. We talked about the difference in the government funding Ares and Constellation and the government funding EELV and Falcon 9 and why the latter are considered commercial rather than a government project. We also discussed the difference between the commercial industry and what makes up the New Space industry. I asked the panel about safety issues and NASA objections to handing off human spaceflight to commercial companies on the basis of safety concerns. Listen to what Paul and the co-hosts had to say about this as there were some differing perspectives. Its fair to say that whatever happens, effective oversight is needed, not just for the engineering, but for the management. The need for New Space to make money was discussed. Paul suggested space tourism was probably the most likely business to be profitable, especially in the near term. Later in this segment, we talked about the need for most New Space companies to attract capital and this led us to discuss market issues for the New Space Industry. The suborbital research market was discussed as well as the NASA efforts to fund its development. This was questioned by our panel, especially since sounding rockets already cover suborbital research and are far more powerful and cost effective but they are not human tended. Don't miss what our panel had to say about this potential business model. Dr. Logan talked about how NASA had utilized effective human factors research on zero g flights for 30 seconds at a time as part of this suborbital examination, evidencing that an actual suborbital flight was not always necessary. You will find his comments on CPR and the use of defibrillators on the ISS and the research done on the zero g flights to be most interesting. As we concluded our fist segment, Paul said that he would discuss a list of New Space companies and their status in the next segment. As we started the second segment, Paul did go through a lengthy list of most New Space companies, their status and capabilities. Rather than listing all the companies in this summary, let me say that this is a must listen to discussion. Toward the end of the discussion, I asked our panel if VASIMIR was considered New Space. Everyone said no so listen why. We talked about the many businesses attending the Small Sat conference and their being part of or considered to be New Space. Listen to what our panel members had to say about this. The Space Access Society was discussed as was their upcoming conference and many of their participants as this is the New Space conference. The Orbitec Vortex Motor was talked about as were various pumps, both from XCOR and Flometrics. As our program came to a close, I asked the panel for an estimate of where the New Space Industry would be in five years. The consensus seemed to suggest a 50-50 chance for commercial success in the five year time window. Paul did say lots of interesting things would be flying around in this time period. Comments or questions for any and all panel members are to be posted on The Space Show Classroom Blog under Lesson 5 Archive Notes at the above URL. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:29:33 UTC
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Robert Zimmerman, Monday, 3-29-10 (49.82MB; download) -- Guest: Robert Zimmerman. Topics: US space policy, space vision, Constellation and more. Robert Zimmerman returned to provide an assessment of where US space policy is after the Administration made its Feb. 1 announcement for its plans using the 2011 Budget. In our first segment, Bob started off saying that based on the administration proposals, there were no long term goals and this is what has caused a lack of political support. Listeners immediately objected to what Bob said and emailed the show parts of the budget stating what the long term plans were about. As you will hear, Bob said they were vague, lacking in specifics, and Congress was not accepting it. He then explained that the administration had not and was not selling the plan well despite parts of it being a really good plan. Make sure you listen to this discussion. Regardless of your position on the administration proposals and the congressional opposition and hearings, you will appreciate the heat, the passion, and the analysis of facts that you will hear. We talked about the coming April 15 meetings with President Obama in Florida and Bob suggested that there might be an announcement to do something on the order of the Ares V heavy lift vehicle which might prove beneficial in overcoming congressional opposition. Dr. Charles Lurio who writes the Lurio Report (www.thelurioreport.com) called and what ensued was a lengthy and very heated discussion on what Bob has said about the program on The John Batchelor Show radio talk show and more. This discussion went into the second segment of the show, it was comprehensive and very passionate. Do not miss it. As we started the second segment, Charles asked Bob for his suggestions regarding what the administration should do in selling and implementing the new policy. Bob offered a few suggestions and reiterated the need for a real vision which he described in some detail Other issues came up in the discussion around the ISS and the overall US budget. The discussion with Charles extended well into the second segment. Judy sent in an email saying the proposals were a shell game in that it was just moving gov. money and projects from one company such as ATK to other companies, changing a gov. contract to a private contract with EELV but with many of the same companies. We did not fully agree with Judy so listen to what was said in response to her. Basically, its not a shell game because in the commercial model, not only are the prices significantly lower but the commercial companies own the result of their development and if a market exists, can sell their product to other market users far easier than in the government model. In the third segment, we talked about how the VSE was to be made "bullet proof" to not be cancelled, plus the need to or not to sell the program to the American tax payer. Jack in Virginia inquired about the likelihood of passage of zero g zero tax and Bob plus a few other listeners who sent in notes said it was doubtful because they did not believe the true intention of the administration was to develop a commercial industry. Instead, they said they thought the administration was only interested in developing alternative transportation to the government owned and controlled ISS. Also in this segment, Bob talked about the Falcon 9, we talked about space economics and job losses with the space workforce, and new commercial opportunities coming up in the near future. Toward the end of the program we mentioned the GAP and the probable extension of the Space Shuttle. If you have questions or comments for Bob Zimmerman, you can find his email address near the bottom of his website, http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3cxxp/zimbib.htm, which is zimmerman at asw dot org or you can forward it to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:23:39 UTC
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Mark Bray, Sunday, 3-28-10 (64.24MB; download) -- Guest: Mark Bray. Topics: Space policy, commercial space, launch industry, NASA contractors, engineering. Mark Bray was the guest for this two segment two hour eighteen minute program. In addition, you can download and read Mark's paper, "The Business Case For American Space Commerce and Exploration" from
http://visionforspace.net/The_Business_Case_for_American_Space.pdf. In our first segment, Mark shared his background and experience with us as a contractor working on human spaceflight projects and programs at the Cape as well as at MSFC. This is a fascinating trip through the eyes and perspectives of one who worked these programs, saw them cancelled, started up again, and more. You want to be sure to hear what Mark had to say as its very relevant to today. Mark spoke out for commercial space but suggested a different type of transition from where we are today with government programs to obtaining commercial human spaceflight status. Again, you will hear from someone with hands on bending metal experience. We talked about there being no magic space engines and the need for heavy lift. He also talked about how the ISS model was used by Dr. Griffin in doing Constellation because I asked Mark if he actually thought Constellation was a real program that could survive multiple administrations without adequate funding. Turns out it was the ISS model that Dr. Griffin used for this program. Again, this is a segment you do not want to miss. We started the second segment asking about keeping the shuttle flying for the transition period to commercial. Mark described the M&P (materials and processing) issues and how they complicate keeping shuttle flying and increase the costs. During this segment, I asked Mark to put on his MBA hat and talk about commercial markets for the launchers. This subject was discussed many times throughout this segment. Charles from Mojave emailed and then called in with questions and comments about his Microlauncher concept and as you will hear, Mark did not fully agree with him. This is another discussion you will want to hear. Listener Kelly asked about the administration plan and if more was coming in addition to wondering if anyone had prepared cost estimates for operating the shuttle were it privatized. Reda asked if the policy might have a more business flavor to it were their more business advisors and people in the current administration but as Mark said, you can't develop a policy by focusing only on the bottom line. Mark later talked about political action, the need for space aware candidates and more. Returning to the issue of markets, he talked about the Direct TV/Cell phone market as a way of providing examples. Near the end of the program, we addressed the issue of the GAP and keeping Shuttle flying. Rapid Protyping came up as did returning to the Moon or doing something else versus nothing at all. If you have a comment or question for Mark Bray, you can email him at braymh102@hotmail.com.
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Dr. Paul Dear 3-26-10 (59.71MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Paul Dear. Topics: N-Prize, genetics and DNA. Dr. Paul Dear returned to The Space Show for important N-Prize updates in addition to an informative science discussion. For information about the N-Prize, please visit www.n-prize.com. In our first segment, Dr. Dear went over the basics of the N-Prize with us including teams, rules, costs, and regulatory issues. He explained there were two tracks, the reusable track and the regular track and there is a prize for each section. We talked about balloon launch Rockoons, rocket guns, and more. Dr. Dear brought up the issue of cubesats which we discussed in some detail. Later in this segment regulatory and ITAR issues with respect to the N-Prize were discussed. We started the second segment with a call from Charles in Mojave who told us his personal N-Prize story and the value he was getting from participating in the contest. There was also a brief discussion of religion and space. Don't miss it. In this segment we talked about genetic modification of specific human genes for long duration spaceflight and settlement. Dr. Dear had much to say about DNA and the subject of genetic modification. This is an interesting discussion that you will definitely want to hear. The subject of DNA and Mammoths came up as that is part of the biological work Dr. Dear does in his Cambridge lab. In the third segment, we opened up with a discussion on the extinct marsupial, Tylacine, then we talked about reconstituting the RNA of the Spanish Flu. Again, don't miss this discussion. I asked if biology and some of the subjects we have been talking about overlapped with space fields. Listen to what Dr. Dear had to say about this. Later in this segment, a listener asked about the website www.halfbakery.com. Make sure you listen to what Dr. Dear said about it and also make sure you visit the website. We then talked about indicators of crackpot science and Dr. Dear suggested that if the basic rules and laws were being ignored or distorted, the theory was likely a crackpot theory. In the fourth and final segment, we talked about regulation and safety issues and listeners asked more about men and women as part of the N-Prize teams. As you will hear, the N-Prize structure stays away from the regular world, leaving it to the nations of the contestants. Launch requirements came to our attention as did the rocket equation and launching near the equator. A listener asked if an N-Prize entry could beam solar power to Earth using a small mirror. He said probably but that it would be very low in power and ineffective other than perhaps seeing it as it goes by overhead. If you have a question or comment for Dr. Paul Dear, please contact him at info@n-prize.org. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 26 Mar 2010 23:29:25 UTC
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Steve Landeene, Tuesday, 3-23-10 (45.02MB; download) -- Guest: Steve Landeene. Topics: Spaceport America and spaceport activities in general. Steve Landeene, Executive Director of Spaceport America, was our guest to discuss Spaceport America and our civil and commercial space policy and spaceports in general. We started our first segment with a general overview of Spaceport America in New Mexico and its primary tenant, Virgin Galactic. Steve brought us current with the construction activities underway at the spaceport, including the 10,000 by 200 foot runway which should be completed around June 2010. He told us some of the history of the area and the spaceport and responded to some questions about the commercial infrastructure which will eventually support spaceport operations. I asked Steve if the spaceport would be able to allow general aviation planes to land and he said those discussions were underway but there were several general aviation airports nearby including one at Hatch, Truth or Consequences, and in Las Cruces. Listener Tom wanted to know the spaceport's plans for using green energy. Listen to how the spaceport is being constructed to include environmental and green technology from the ground up. In addition, he said there was a possibility for some geothermal energy, solar, and solar thermal. The use of bio fuels was also a possibility. I asked Steve about the NM financing for Spaceport America and how that financing was holding up given the recession. Listen to what he had to say about the financing and its status as its most interesting and positive. At the end of this segment, I asked him for his five year plan for Spaceport America. You don't want to miss what he had to say for five years out. We started the second segment with questions about New Mexico and the adoption of limited or no liability laws as has been the case in Virginia and Florida. Steve talked about the recent NM legislative passage of the Informed Consent Law and the use of the limited liability approach, he talked about the correctness of using the term spaceflight participant instead of passenger, and the Spaceport Council where the spaceports are working together to forge a common set of solutions to common problems. Listen to what he said when asked if there were too many spaceports given that as of yet there are no suborbital spaceflights. Steve then talked about their sister spaceport, Spaceport Sweden, and the ESRANGE test range plus the Ice Hotel. I also got him to describe his stay at the Ice Hotel. A Los Angeles listener asked Steve about a backup plan in case Virgin Galactic's business does not turn out as expected. Listen to the Plan B Steve discussed with us. We started the final segment with a discussion on the new space policy proposals for the NASA 2011 budget. Steve believes these proposals to represent the proper path and the switch to commercial launch systems represents the future of our space policy. He talked at length about both Orbital Sciences and Space X as well as going over some of the problems associated with the POR/Constellation. During this discussion, we talked about markets, risk, and the proper role of government in building infrastructure and buying down some of the commercial risk. Later in this segment, I asked Steve how many launch days are typical in this part of New Mexico and the answer was about 340 days a year. Toward the end of the segment, he fielded questions about the El Camino Real Trail and the steps they took to work with the environmental groups that wanted to be sure to preserve the trail. Their approach was an outstanding one leading to success. Listen to this discussion as I believe this approach could easily be used by others in similar situations. If you have a question or comment for Steve Landeene, please email him at Steve.Landeene@state.nm.us. For additional information about Spaceport America, please visit their website at http://www.spaceportamerica.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:42:39 UTC
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Eduardo Jezierski, Monday, 3-22-10 (42.73MB; download) -- Guest: Eduardo Jezierski. Topics: Emergency and disaster relief and the roll of space resources. Our guest today, Eduardo Jezierski of InSTEDD (www.instedd.org) talked with us about disaster and emergency relief around the world, how technology is used, brought into remote areas, and the role space resources plays in bringing help to the areas that have been hit by a disaster such as Haiti with the recent earthquake. This program unfolded in three segments but our conversation was a continuous theme so this summary will not reflect the actual segments since our themes overlapped throughout the entire show. Eduardo started out describing an emergency situation, Haiti for example, how resources were deployed, who deployed them, how all teams going to the site were self-contained with resources, power, etc. Much of what was and is used is very advanced technology to achieve bandwidth so note what he had to say about beach ball like inflatable antennas and other very advanced technology. We were introduced to BarCamps which we discussed at length and which The Space Show is now considering doing along with help from Eduardo. If you want to know more about BarCamps, check out this introductory Wiki site, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BarCamp. Eduardo received questions about bandwidth issues, generating power and even the use of space solar power. You will want to hear what he had to say about these subjects. As our discussion evolved, we talked more and more about space awareness issues among the emergency organizations as well as the people in the countries needing the help. Compare what you hear to the average space awareness of the general population in the US or your own country. Later in the show, Eduardo talked about the importance of going to space and as you will hear, he connected dots differently from what we space cadets normally here and the case we normally make for spaceflight. He said that being space fairing means better community living here on Earth. Learning to live in space and supporting space life support systems help our ability to live a better life here on this planet. We discussed this at length throughout the show so make sure you hear our discussion in full. What do you think? We then talked about the cost of the space program and the idea that space funds should be spent to help people on Earth with food, etc. Eduardo talked about the need for portfolio planning and what space expenditures mean for people here on Earth. Again, listen carefully to this discussion. Text messaging, satellite imaging, innovation and even risk taking were all part of this discussion. Toward the end of the show I asked our guest about the view of the night sky in the countries he goes to for emergency and disaster relief. We also asked about people looking up and their awareness of the night sky and space. Eduardo had some very interesting things to say about this. I believe this to be a very important, interesting, and even fascinating discussion. If you have any questions or comments for Eduardo Jezierski, you can email him at edjez@instedd.org. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:39:08 UTC
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Dr. Paul Spuids, Sunday, 3-21-10 (49.27MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Paul Spudis. Topics: U.S Space Policy, space vision. Dr. Paul Spudis, Senior Staff Scientist with the Lunar and Planetary Institute, was our guest for this program to discuss the Administration's space policy proposals and the need for a vision for space development. In the first of two segments, we talked about space vision and goals which according to Dr. Spudis, must include a destination. Much of our discussion was focused on the need for a destination but he said several times that the problem with the VSE was that the focus was on getting to the destination (the Moon for example) but not what to do once we were at the destination. Dr. Spudis said that we must know not only where we are going but what we will do once we are there. If that is not known and cannot be explained to the people and Congress, and NASA itself, the vision will simply not work. In referencing the Augustine Commission report, he said the basic assumption that Constellation was not fixable was flawed. He also suggested that the Report over estimated the cost of options and did not look at stretching out the program to hold down up front costs though such a method increases overall project costs over time. Dr. Spudis put forth the reasons for returning to the Moon which he said were to learn to do things in space and use INSITU resources. A listener also made the point that the Moon was actually one place we could go to and work using chemical propulsion. When asked about the switch to commercial rockets, he said he was not wedded to a particular launch solution and supported using commercial rockets but his focus was on getting to the Moon for learning to live and work in space. He said we needed to learn and develop the new skills. This theme was repeated throughout the show today. Listener John called in form Atlanta regarding the Shuttle and even said the new policy was calculated to destroy human spaceflight. I asked both John and Dr. Spudis about this through the balance of the first segment so listen to this discussion. As you will hear, its hard for me to imagine any president or administration wanting to be the party that destroyed human spaceflight. As we started the second segment, Dr. Spudis repeated the argument that the Moon was useful and brought in the fact that water was present on the Moon. Another listener asked about VASIMIR but Dr. Spudis commented on the need for a 12 m/w nuclear reactor in space as a complicating factor. Dr. Spudis also mentioned "Happy Talk" from NASA. Listen to this discussion. Later in the segment, Dr. Spudis talked about three factions in NASA and how NASA operates. Don't miss this discussion. He urged interested parties to contact and talk with their elected representatives and to get involved in the process. For those of you interested, you can hear Dr. Spudis at the Asimov Panel on space destinations at www.amnh.org/news/2010/03/podcast-isaac-asimov-debate/. Dr. Spudis has a website at www.spudislunarresources.com. Paul's blog is http://blogs.airspacemag.com/moon/. The article we mentioned during the show, "The New Space Race," can be found at www.spaceref.com/news/viewnews.html?id=1376. If you have a comment or question for Dr. Paul Spudis, please email him at spudis@lpi.usra.edu. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:56:24 UTC
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Peter Homer, Friday, 3-19-10 (61.95MB; download) -- Guest: Peter Homer. Topics: NASA Centennial Challenges, spacesuits, technology innovation. Peter Homer was our guest for this program. Peter is the President and Founder of FLAGSUIT LLC and has twice won the NASA Astronaut Glove Centennial Challenge. For more information, visit www.flagsuit.com. In our first segment, Peter discussed the NASA Centennial Challenge program and introduced us to his astronaut glove which has won two competitive Centennial Challenge competitions. Peter went into detail to tell us what was special and unique about his glove including the material, the fabric hinges, and more. We discuss spacesuit sewing, materials, bladders, flexibility, and manufacturing costs. Don't miss this discussion. In response to listener as well as a question from me, Peter talked about air leaks in the glove or the spacesuit, sewing needle holes, bladder requirements, duck tape, and makeup gas. In the second segment, Anthony asked if an astronaut needed help donning the glove or his version of a spacesuit. The answer was no. We started discussing the business potential of the spacesuits and he said they were still out there in terms of being market ready but there were other commercial markets that could be exploited sooner. Peter then described his hyperbaric suit concept, his timing for prototype and product to market. We talked at length about his full body hyperbaric suit, including coverings for feet and head. I asked if covering the head would lead to claustrophobia so listen to his answer as this is a problem for many people. We talked about his funding requirements what was needed to go through prototype to market which he estimated would be around $1 million. In the third segment, we discussed the aerospace industry in the state of Main. You might be surprised by what you find out about this industry in this state. We also discussed the various pressures used for spacesuits and what they mean for pre-breathing to avoid the bends and more. Listen to what he said happened to the flexibility of his glove at 10 PSI! We talked about the use of launch and reentry suits for space tourism companies. The problem of heat and movement was addressed as well as other issues. I asked Peter to tell us how he got interested in spacesuit and glove development. The administration's space policy was discussed and he said that assuming it passes, the emphasis on commercial helps all commercial enterprises including his by showing that NASA endorses the private and entrepreneurial effort in space development. A listener asked about his suit providing radiation shielding which it does not. In the fourth and final segment, Peter told us about participating in the Space Investment Summit 7 recently held in Boston. Listen to what he said the benefit was for attending. He was also asked about participating in the famous Rice University Business Plan Competition and about the MIT mechanical counter-pressure suit development program. Peter had much to say about the counter-pressure suit so listen carefully. In addition, we compared US spacesuits with Russian and Chinese spacesuit manufacturing. Toward the end of the segment we talked about innovation, failure, and the path from Power Point or Viewgraph to a real project in development. As you will hear, nothing ever goes smoothly and you don't know what you don't know until you start building something to make it work. This is really an important discussion so listen sharply to what Peter has to say on this topic. Peter stressed innovation as being his important Pearl of Wisdom thought that he wanted to leave with us today. If you have a question or comment for Peter Homer, please email him at peter@flagsuit.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:54:43 UTC
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Col.(Res.) Yorham Ilan-Lipovsky, Wednesday, 3-17-10 (35.31MB; download) -- Guest: Col (Res.) Yorham Ilan-Lipovsky. Topic: Space issues in Israel and related topics. This program was recorded during the evening of March 10, 2010 at the Responsive Space 8 Conference at Los Angeles. While Col. Ilan-Lipovsky was part of the live audience Tuesday Space Show Responsive Space program, we thought it important to sit down with him for a one on one discussion about space and related issues with Israel and the region. There are no breaks in our discussion which is just short of an hour in length. We covered many topics and as you will hear, space in Israel and for the average Israeli is something different than what we typically think about here in the States. Yorham talked about strategic and national security space and how the Israelis see, value, and work with space. When asked about space tourism, commercial space and other similar issues, we got a different perspective and take than we would were the conversation being held with a space enthusiast or advocate in the US or elsewhere. I asked about the average person's space awareness level in Israel and about STEM and related education in Israel. You might find surprises in his response. For sure, you will find Col. Ilan-Lipovsky's interview to be very interesting. Do you think its possible we in the States take much for granted? I believe this program to be both informative and most important because we see space in a way we don't often see it or even think about it. While all the characteristics of space that we talk about all the time are present in Israel, those same qualities and characteristics, because of the unique conditions and circumstances Israel faces and its geographical region, well, there is clearly a different emphasis. Space means much to their survival over other issues. Your feedback and comments on this discussion are most welcome. If you want to send your comments or questions to Yoram Ilan-Lipovsky, please do so through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward your note to him. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:56:01 UTC
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