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Get Ready for the 2017 Solar Eclipse
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On Monday, August 21, 2017, our nation will be treated to a total eclipse of the sun.
NASA Earth Observatory Goes to the Beach
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This video from NASA Earth Observatory shows the satellite and space-station view of various shorelines across the United States.
NASA Langley Celebrates 100 Years
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Something happened 100 years ago that changed forever the way we fly, the way we explore space and how we study our home planet. That something was the establishment of what is now NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, which commemorated its 100th anniversary on July 17, 2017.
Soyuz Rocket Deploys 73 Satellites
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On July 14, 2017, a Russian Soyuz booster lifted off from Kazakhstan on a complex mission to deploy 73 satellites into three different orbits, including a Russian spacecraft to locate forest fires, 48 CubeSats for Planet’s global Earth observation fleet, and eight nanosatellites for Spire Global’s commercial weather network.
Inside the International Space Station with Google Street View
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The International Space Station is a marvel of modern science and engineering. Astronauts have occupied the pressurized modules for over 16 years, and now you can explore their work and living spaces in Google Street View. From the research, to the "orbital outhouse" to the inspirational views back down to Earth from the cupola, take a look at the images here: google.com/streetview
NASA Looks to Solar Eclipse to Help Understand Earth’s Energy System
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During the August 21, 2017 total solar eclipse, scientists will use the Earth Polychromatic Imaging Camera (EPIC) on the Deep Space Climate Observatory satellite (DSCOVR), along with measurements taken from within the moon's shadow on the ground, to test a new model of Earth's energy budget.
How to Safely Watch a Solar Eclipse
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It is never safe to look directly at the sun's rays - even if the sun is partly obscured. When watching a partial eclipse you must wear eclipse glasses at all times if you want to face the sun, or use an alternate indirect method. This also applies during a total eclipse up until the time when the sun is completely and totally blocked.
2017 Solar Eclipse Shadow Seen from Million Miles Away
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The moon's shadow (umbra) crossed the continental United States on Aug. 21, 2017 and NASA's DSCOVR satellite's Earth Polychromatic Imaging Camera (EPIC) captured imagery.
Hello, Darmstadt?
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The European Space Operations Centre, ESOC, in Darmstadt, Germany, has served as Europe’s gateway to space for half a century. In 2017, the centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary, highlighting a rich history of achievement in space.
Satellite Animation Sees Hurricanes Katia, Irma and Jose
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This animation of NOAA's GOES East satellite imagery from Sept. 5 at 7:45 a.m. EDT (1145 UTC) to Sept. 8 ending at 7:45 a.m. EDT (1145 UTC) shows Category 4 Hurricane Irma approach the Bahamas, followed by Hurricane Jose approaching the Leeward Islands. Hurricane Katia continues to spin in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico.
