I don’t know where to begin with this tale of partners- starting with the fact that they aren’t really partners.
Continue reading Astronauts and 4 y olds have something in common
So, yesterday, we described Bigelow’s first space venture. (Yes, FIRST.) Because space still matters- as does recognizing the dreams of science fiction are just tomorrow’s science and technology realities. Even though we have a government that seems to have lost the concept that spending money on government R&D returns manifold benefits to the economy. Because, if the government helps with basic research, private industry picks up the ball and makes these concepts everyday tools for you and me.
Continue reading A barrel of fun?
I am sure if you read my blog routinely (What? You don’t? Shame on you!), you can recall I often say that science fiction is just science and/or technology that hasn’t happened yet.
Continue reading Will this blow-up blow up?
So, we’ve got out toys – 3D printers. And, many companies are using them, as I’ve reported. But, now, the 3D printer has gone into orbit.
Continue reading 10,9,8,7,6,5,4…
The end of an era. The news claims it started 30 years ago. The era of shuttle flights. But, really, the first shuttle’s genesis started when I entered college in 1968, or when President Nixon signed the bill approving its development and construction in 1971. And, the water system development happened in mid-70s. But, this discussion really isn’t about the space shuttle.
Continue reading The end of an era? What it really means!
