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Space

Anything happening outside of the atmosphere. Rockets, Satellites, Policy, etc.
Moon Cannon: Prelude
Julia

Moon Cannon: Prelude

Can you shoot Earth from the Moon? Simulate lunar ballistic launches with Julia. Explore orbital mechanics, gravity, and drag in a simplified Moon-to-Earth cannon model.
24 Sep 2024 1 min read
A rocket engine lays horizontally on a flatbed structure with wheels, ready to be transported.
Space

Vulcan and BE-4 Inaugural Flight

Explore the landmark ULA and Blue Origin launch at Cape Canaveral, a defining moment in space exploration.
08 Jan 2024 2 min read
Orbital Debris

Space Debris Characterization Using Machine Learning Methods

The growing threat of orbital debris poses a significant risk to space infrastructure. Current NASA models, based on 2D images, lack crucial features for accurate modeling. This research utilizes high-resolution 3D scanning and machine learning to analyze debris geometry, enabling a more comprehensi
06 Feb 2022 1 min read
A diagram illustrating the umbra and penumbra regions cast by a celestial body. A circular body is shown with light rays from a spacecraft creating a conical shadow region labeled "Umbra". T
Julia

ISS Eclipse Determination

Calculate sunlight exposure for orbiting spacecraft like the ISS. This Julia project demonstrates how to determine eclipse times, considering umbra, penumbra, and full sunlight. Visualizations and code included. Learn about orbital mechanics and mission design considerations.
30 Apr 2021 1 min read
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