Space News Review: Terran 1 Launch, iSpace is Lunar, Space Force budgets, and EpiPens in Space (March'23)

On this episode, Alex reviews some of the most interesting Space from March in this final episode of the month! We have a busy April in Space, but let's not forget all the amazing things that happened in this 3rd month of 2023:

• Relativity Space successfully launches the test flight for Terran 1, an 85% 3D printed rocket that has now showcased that 3D printed structures (at least made with the Stargate printer) can handle the maximum forces of rocket launch!
• iSpace's Hakuto-R lunar lander has made it to Lunar Orbit on Mission Day 100! Next step, lunar surface approach and landing!
• The US Space Force has requested $60 million dollars/2 years to develop Tactically Responsive Space launch contracts for 24-hour flight readiness!
• Elementary School students help NASA (and all of us) learn that EpiPens degrade and are toxic when exposed to cosmic radiation!

We also share our thoughts on the exciting things waiting for us in April for Space related activities. From NASA JPL Open House, to the Artemis 2 Crew announcement, and Starship's potential Orbital Launch - there's alot to be excited about!

Questions/Thoughts for this week:

• How will Relativity Space's demonstration of Terran 1 change the expectation and use of 3D printed parts in spaceflight?
• What would things look like if iSpace has a flawless landing on the moon with Hakuto-R?
• Why is Tactically Responsive Space important? And why is the assumption that they will be shot down and need replacing??
• Do you really have to be the smartest person in the room to have a place in Space and Science?

We'd love to know your thoughts and questions! Email us at [email protected]

00:00 Today In Space introduction 01:46 Relativity Space launches first 3D-printed rocket on the third try - Terran 1 proves 3D printing is here to stay in space! 04:40 iSpace Hakuto-R lunar lander in orbit around the Moon! 09:09 Are you preparing for the alien abduction? Go to Manscaped.com & use code word SPACE for 20% off and free shipping and get prepped to represent humanity! 11:51 US Space Force budget includes 60 million over two years for “tackling responsive space. 15:13 US keeping up its resiliency in space by having the ability to replace anything that gets shot down as global conflicts increase 17:04 The Space Force is not only here to stay, but it’s playing a larger and larger role 19:46 Elementary schoolers prove EPI pens become toxic in space, something NASA never knew. 26:00 Closing out the epside! What to expect in April in Space

SOURCES: 

Relativity Space Part 3 (link starts a few minutes before launch!)

https://www.youtube.com/live/bzA0lIwh19c?feature=share&t=4871

Elementary schoolers prove EPI pens become toxic in space, something NASA never knew. https://www.livescience.com/elementary-schoolers-prove-epipens-become-fatally-toxic-in-space-something-nasa-never-knew https://spacenews.com/u-s-space-force-budget-includes-60-million-for-tactically-responsive-space/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ispace-inc_ispace-hakutoabrr-lunarquest-activity-7043931139769565184-hZ94?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

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Space News in March that didn't make the review:

https://www.sciencetimes.com/amp/articles/42699/20230306/spacecraft-one-fifth-speed-light-reach-another-solar-system-20.htm https://www.universetoday.com/160553/nasa-and-axiom-space-do-a-partial-reveal-of-the-spacesuit-that-will-be-worn-on-the-moon/ https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/new-discovery-could-impact-the-future-of-mars-exploration/

https://www-cnbc-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.cnbc.com/amp/2023/03/22/virgin-orbit-nears-funding-deal.html

Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!

Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos

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