Monthly Archives: August 2008

Notes from Space Camp – Last

Posted on August 29, 2008 by frank Comments Off

I think I forgot to mention one of the activities from the day we flew the F-18 simulators. We also took a turn in the centrifuge and got to experience 3.1 Gs. It spun us up to that acceleration for … Continue reading →

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The Friday Thingy

Posted on August 29, 2008 by frank Comments Off

I can hardly see how anyone ought to wish Christianity to be true; for if so, the plain language of the text seems to show that the men who do not believe, and this would include my Father, Brother, and … Continue reading →

Science

Notes from Space Camp – Day 4

Posted on August 27, 2008 by frank Comments Off

Wednesday morning and early afternoon was a bit of a commute day, if you consider a 5 minute bus ride a commute.  After leaving the 32-foot high pole we headed back for a quick lunch then got back on the … Continue reading →

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Notes from Space Camp – Day 3 and 3.5

Posted on August 27, 2008 by frank Comments Off

Space Camp day three was just packed.  The 1/6 G simulator was pretty interesting and I’ve decided that the bunny hop is far and away the best way to get around on the moon.  Walking just doesn’t cut it. I … Continue reading →

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Notes from Space Camp – Day 2 and 2.5

Posted on August 26, 2008 by frank Comments Off

I’ve got a few minutes before I have to be at the 1/6 G simulator so this is a good chance to do a recap. Monday we finished designing our mission patch.  I’ve got a Powerpoint version sitting in my … Continue reading →

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