CELEBRATE SPACE EXPLORATION!

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"The testimony of the ages confirms that the motions of the planets are orbicular. It is an immediate presumption of reason, reflected in experience, that their gyrations are perfect circles. For among figures it is circles, and among bodies the heavens, that are considered the most perfect. However, when experience is seen to teach something different to those who pay careful attention, namely, that the planets deviate from a simple circular path, it gives rise to a powerful sense of wonder, which at length drives men to look into causes."
- Johannes Kepler, The New Astronomy.
Since being captivated by Halley's Comet in 1986, I have passionately advocated that humanity must explore our universe! I watched the Space Shuttle launches, and believe we should go back to the Moon, setup a base there to launch towards Mars. China will go to the Moon to get Helium 3, which can be used for energy. Australia must setup not only a space agency, but a launch pad!

The 49th anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing inspired me to look up some videos on YouTube.

 A couple of great videos from YouTuber Vintage Space:






Apollo 13 is one of my favourite movies. here is a good video of the re-entry.



By the way, if you wondered about the Title of my blog and why its so long, look at what the first letters spell. TIBRO or in the reverse order: ORBIT


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