Report from Headquarters
Impressions of Space
How much do very young children understand about space? Students at The Classical Academy Central in Colorado Springs, Colo., recently sent thank you notes to former astronaut Wendy B. Lawrence, thanking her for speaking with them at their school. The Space Foundation sponsored Lawrence’s visit to the school. Made from colorful construction paper and decorated…
Teachers: Bring the Universe to Students' Fingertips
The new Hubble 3D IMAX® 3D space film, which Space Watch reported on last month (to see article, click here), offers teachers an opportunity to treat students to the ultimate field trip. Through the power of the film, classes can journey through distant galaxies to explore the mysteries of our celestial surroundings, accompany space-walking astronauts as…
HazNet – All Hazards Network Earns Certification
The HazNet – All Hazards Network, a web-based emergency management system provided by NVision Solutions Inc., has been designated a Certified Space Service by the Space Foundation. HazNet combines the visual power of satellite-based Graphic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and analysis with the Department of Homeland Security-mandated reporting and organizational requirements of the National Incident…
Space Artist Robert McCall Dies at 90
Space Artist Robert McCall, whose work graces the Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum and the Space Foundation’s headquarters building, died in Scottsdale Arizona on Feb. 26 at the age of 90. McCall created concept sketches for Star Trek: The Motion Picture and Disney’s The Black Hole, designed the poster art for Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece 2001:…
Report from Washington, D.C.
Early last month, President Barack Obama released his proposed $3.8 trillion budget for the 2011 fiscal year, which gives NASA a proposed boost of $1.3 billion next year and a $6 billion increase over the next five years. To see the budget proposal, click here. The President’s plan zeroes out funding for the Constellation Program…
Faster, Safer, Greener
The Space Foundation’s Solutions from Space: Faster, Safer, Greener Commercial Aviation details how space technology is dramatically improving air traffic management. According to the paper, the advanced positioning, navigation, and timing capabilities offered by satellite systems can: Reduce air traffic congestion Lower fuel consumption Reduce noise pollution Lessen environmental impact Provide clearer, more accurate, real-time…
Payton Speaks at Space Foundation Luncheon
Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force for Space Programs, Gary Payton, spoke to reporters Feb. 4 at a Space Foundation Correspondents Group gathering in Washington, D.C. He talked about the new Air Force budget, including plans for space protection, operationally responsive space (ORS), and satellite programs, including five Air Force satellite launches scheduled for…
Listen to Author Bill Scott on w3w3.com Podcast
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 1, 2010) — Space author William B. Scott can be heard on a podcast on www.w3w3.com discussing the Critical Issues – Space Situational Awareness & Space Debris panel he will be moderating at the upcoming 26th National Space Symposium. Interviewed by broadcaster Larry Nelson, Scott discusses the issues the panel will…
Eagle Eyes Announces Licensing Agreement with Astronaut Walt Cunningham
CALABASAS, Calif. (March 1, 2010) – EAGLE EYES OPTICS has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Astronaut Walter Cunningham in the promotion of Eagle Eye’s 2010-11 “Celebrating America’s Achievements in Space” Campaign. On the heels of NASA’s 50th Golden Anniversary and America’s 40th Anniversary of the first man to set foot on the moon,…
Aviation, Astronomy Courses Earn Tennessee Teacher the 2010 Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Feb. 25, 2010) — Allen V. Robnett, a science teacher at Gallatin High School in Gallatin, Tenn., has been named the 2010 recipient of the Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award, which is given each year by the Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the Space…