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I think they are reorganizing what nasa will do and not do. nasa will still be doing space exploration, and the space centre will still be there, but more of the space exploration will be done by private industry, and nasa will be more of a broker, that is a person who might bring people together to get a job done, or sell products to get a job done. I am not quite sure, but i do know that nasa is going to have a new space ship to replace the shuttle, and i am not sure how much the new space ship will be working with the same missions as the current space shuttles have. I am pretty sure russia will be doing a lot of the shuttles work when the shuttle is retired.

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IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON – AUTOGRAPHED by Francis French & Colin Burgess $30.95 IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON – AUTOGRAPHED by Francis French & Colin Burgess This book has been signed by both authors – Francis French and Colin Burgess Outward Odyssey: A People’s History of Spaceflight SeriesRead an Excerpt (pdf)Digital Media Kit (pdf)In the Shadow of the Moon tells the story of the most exciting and challenging years in spaceflight, with two superpowers engaged in a titanic struggle to land one of their own people on the moon. While describing awe-inspiring technical achievements, the authors go beyond the missions and the competition of the space race to focus on the people who made it all possible. Their book explores the inspirations, ambitions, personalities, and experiences of the select few whose driving ambition was to fly to the moon.Drawing on interviews with astronauts, cosmonauts, their families, technicians, and scientists, as well as rarely seen Soviet and American government documents, the authors craft a remarkable story of the golden age of spaceflight as both an intimate human experience and a rollicking global adventure. From the Gemini flights to the Soyuz space program to the earliest Apollo missions, including the legendary first moon landing, their book draws a richly detailed picture of the space race as an endeavor equally endowed with personal meaning and political significance.Francis French is the former director of events for Sally Ride Science, and the current director of education at the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Colin Burgess is a former flight service director with Qantas Airways and the author of many books on spaceflight, including Fallen Astronauts: Heroes Who Died Reaching for the Moon, available in a Bison Books edition. He is the coauthor with Francis French of Into That Silent Sea: Trailblazers of the Space Era, 1961?1965 (Nebraska 2007). A NASA astronaut from 1963 to 1971, Walter Cunningham was a crew member on the first manned Apollo flight.

Hubble Space Telescope Model Kit $18.95 Hubble Space Telescope Model Kit The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) Space Craft Science Kit is very realistic… so much so that it is hard to tell from a distance that it’s made of paper. Many of its parts have bonded metal foil, and look like they’re made of metal. Blue and gold-foil solar panels. Internal details include reflective primary and secondary mirrors, printed trusses and baffles. Includes information on how to modify the completed laser-cut, paper card stock model to illustrate installing new instruments as astronauts did first in December, 1993, and again on later upgrade missions. Assembled model is about 10 inches (26 cm) overall. Scale is approximately 1/65.

Space Shuttle Sticker Set of all 135 Missions $299.95 Space Shuttle Sticker Set of all 135 Missions – Original Decals This is it. These are the original decals of every Space Shuttle Mission, from 1981 to 2011. I cannot even buy the STS-135 decal anymore from the ‘Official NASA decal vendor’. They informed me they will no longer print them! So imagine trying to find all original printed, STS Mission Decals from 31 years ago. I have included the NASA Meatball and Shuttle Program decals as well. I am actually thinking twice about offering this set. Sorry, no discounts.

Apollo Missions Wheel Chart $7.95 Apollo Missions Wheel This wheel chart gives the details of Apollo Missions VII through XVII. Each Apollo Mission is represented within the wheel. There are 4 windows of information; Mission Highlights, Astronauts, Launch, and Orbit / Moon Landing data. It is 9″ in diameter. 9″ Diameter Wheel

Space Shuttle Original Postmarked Covers – Set of all 135 Missions $850 Space Shuttle Original Postmarked Covers – Set of all 135 Missions Only One Set Left! This is it. As with the decals, I was only able to purchase two entire sets of all 135 STS Missions. These are the original ‘landing’ covers of every Space Shuttle Mission, from 1981 to 2011. I am actually thinking twice about offering this set. I have searched the internet and to my knowledge, no one else is offering the complete set. Sorry, no discounts.

Shuttle Missions Patch Set $668.25 NOW ON SALE FOR $549.95. SAVE 18%. INCLUDES EVERY SHUTTLE MISSION PATCH AND THE SPACE SHUTTLE PROGRAM PATCH. The Space Store offers the complete set of official Space Shuttle Mission patches. The set also includes the Space Shuttle Program Patch. This set includes all STS Patches from all flown STS missions, beginning with STS-1, through STS-135.Our Space Shuttle Patches are from the Official NASA Space Patch Supplier. They are 4″ Patches. We offer a substantial discount when the full set is purchased.

Apollo 15 Mission Lapel Pin $3.95 Apollo 15 Mission Lapel Pin This is a high quality enamel lapel pin that is approximately one inch in diameter.Apollo 15 was the ninth manned mission in the Apollo program and the fourth mission to land on the Moon. It was the first of what were termed “J missions”, long duration stays on the Moon with a greater focus on science than had been possible on previous missions. The mission began on July 26, 1971, and concluded on August 7th.

Atlas of the Universe (Insiders Series) $19.95 Atlas of the Universe (Insiders Series) SynopsisInside this remarkable guide to outer space, you’ll find everything from detailed planetary topography to the most current facts and figures about our amazing Universe. In addition to extensive maps of outer space, this atlas also includes constellation charts; diagrams and cross sections of space objects like asteroids and meteorites; the latest information on space shuttles and missions; and stunning, oversize images that capture exploding supernovas and distant galaxies, Designed for the next generation of space enthusiasts, Atlas of the Universe contains everything you need to navigate the night sky — and the farthest reaches of the cosmos. Book Details Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover: 128 pages Topographical Plnetary Maps Breathtaking photos of galactic phenomena Cutaway views of comets and meteorites More than 800 maps and images Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing (July 8, 2008) Language: English Book Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.9 x 0.7 inches

Gemini Missions Patch Set $44.95 Gemini Mission patches at the Space Store. We have the greatest collection of NASA patches online. Great prices and award winning customer service.

"ENDEAVOUR" – Giclee Print 11 x 14 or 18 x 24 $45 “ENDEAVOUR” – Giclee Print 11 x 14 or 18 x 24 Please select 11 x 14, which his $45 or 16 x 24, which is $85 Constructed as a replacement following the Challenger loss, Endeavour was the youngest shuttle in the fleet. Named for the famous ship of British explorer Captain James Cook, Endeavour began flight operations in 1992 and enjoyed a long and distinguished career which included missions to service the Hubble Space Telescope, a rendezvous with the Russian space station Mir and assembly of the International Space Station. Here last mission was flown may 16, 2011 and she was retired. Endeavour will go on display at the California Science Center in Los Angeles The Matt Size for the 11″ x 14″ is 13″ x 16″. The Matt size for the 16″ x 24″ is 18″ x 26″ Prints are signed by the artist and feature an extra 1″ border to allow for matting and framing Note the images shown may contain a copyright or watermark. This is not present on the actual print About Giclees: In giclee printing, no screen or other mechanical devices are used and therefore there is no visible dot screen pattern. The image has all the tonalities and hues of the original painting. Giclees are regarded as superior to lithographs

1/400 Space Shuttle "Columbia" w/SRB (STS-1) – Memorable Missions of Space Shuttle $64.95 Space Shuttle Columbia Model by Dragon Models is now available at The Space Store. All of the Dragon Space Modelsare available now.

Planetology: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System (Hardcover) $34.95 Planetology: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System (Hardcover) Noted planetary geologist Ellen Stofan and veteran astronaut Tom Jones pair images of Earth?many captured by space shuttle and space station crewmembers?with astonishing scenes of alien surfaces beamed home by NASA?s far-ranging robotic probes. Vivid illustrations of searing lava plains, windswept deserts, and stark craters demonstrate how natural forces have shaped these varied landscapes. This comprehensive new portrait of the solar system brings to light an array of important features never seen until today?and it highlights, for the first time, the similarities and contrasts between Earth and its neighbors in space. In a stunning and completely new view of the solar system, an astronaut and a geologist team up to investigate, through parallel views made possible by cutting-edge space technology, how the earth itself can help science unravel the mysteries of the heavens.Anecdotal stories from space flights and exploratory missions make Planetology an absorbing read as well as an informative resource. The book?s unique concept draws intriguing comparisons across multiple physical processes, and its dynamic design offers a fresh approach to the study of space. With extensive media and science experience and contacts for both authors, Planetology is positioned for stellar success. Book Details: Hardcover: 224 pages Publisher: National Geographic; illustrated edition edition (November 18, 2008) Language: English Book Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.1 x 1 inches

Expedition 14 Mission Patch $4.95 Introducing the International Space Station’s Expedition 14 crew emblem. The Roman numeral XIV suspended above the Earth against the black background of space symbolizes the 14th long-duration mission to the outpost. The five stars honor the astronauts and cosmonauts of missions Apollo 1, Soyuz 1, Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia, who gave their lives in the pursuit of knowledge and discovery.A veteran crew will fly aboard the International Space Station this fall and winter into 2007. They will work to expand the complex now that three crew members are aboard once again. Making his fourth flight into space, NASA astronaut and Navy Capt. Michael Lopez-Alegria , 45, will command Expedition 14, the 14th long-duration mission to the station, and serve as the NASA science officer. Russian Cosmonaut Mikhail Tyurin , 46, will serve as Flight Engineer and Soyuz Commander for launch, landing and on-orbit operations. The two astronauts’ mission to the station is planned for six months.Lopez-Alegria and Tyurin will be joined late this year by NASA astronaut and Navy Cmdr. Sunita (Suni) Williams , 41, who will make her first flight into space aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery on the STS-116 mission to join Expedition 14 in progress. She will replace European Space Agency astronaut Thomas Reiter as the third expedition crew member on the station for her six-month mission.Also, American businesswoman Anousheh Ansari will fly with the Expedition 14 crew to the International Space Station as a spaceflight participant. She will spend nine days on the station under a commercial agreement with the Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos) and will return to Earth with the Expedition 13 crew.

Expedition 14 Mission Sticker $1 Expedition 14 Mission Sticker Introducing the International Space Station’s Expedition 14 crew emblem. The Roman numeral XIV suspended above the Earth against the black background of space symbolizes the 14th long-duration mission to the outpost. The five stars honor the astronauts and cosmonauts of missions Apollo 1, Soyuz 1, Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia, who gave their lives in the pursuit of knowledge and discovery.A veteran crew will fly aboard the International Space Station this fall and winter into 2007. They will work to expand the complex now that three crew members are aboard once again. Making his fourth flight into space, NASA astronaut and Navy Capt. Michael Lopez-Alegria , 45, will command Expedition 14, the 14th long-duration mission to the station, and serve as the NASA science officer. Russian Cosmonaut Mikhail Tyurin , 46, will serve as Flight Engineer and Soyuz Commander for launch, landing and on-orbit operations. The two astronauts’ mission to the station is planned for six months.Lopez-Alegria and Tyurin will be joined late this year by NASA astronaut and Navy Cmdr. Sunita (Suni) Williams , 41, who will make her first flight into space aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery on the STS-116 mission to join Expedition 14 in progress. She will replace European Space Agency astronaut Thomas Reiter as the third expedition crew member on the station for her six-month mission.Also, American businesswoman Anousheh Ansari will fly with the Expedition 14 crew to the International Space Station as a spaceflight participant. She will spend nine days on the station under a commercial agreement with the Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos) and will return to Earth with the Expedition 13 crew.

Expedition 14 Mission Lapel Pin $4.5 This lapel pin is emblazoned with the International Space Station’s Expedition 14 crew emblem. The Roman numeral XIV suspended above the Earth against the black background of space symbolizes the 14th long-duration mission to the outpost. The five stars honor the astronauts and cosmonauts of missions Apollo 1, Soyuz 1, Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia, who gave their lives in the pursuit of knowledge and discovery.A veteran crew will fly aboard the International Space Station this fall and winter into 2007. They will work to expand the complex now that three crew members are aboard once again. Making his fourth flight into space, NASA astronaut and Navy Capt. Michael Lopez-Alegria , 45, will command Expedition 14, the 14th long-duration mission to the station, and serve as the NASA science officer. Russian Cosmonaut Mikhail Tyurin , 46, will serve as Flight Engineer and Soyuz Commander for launch, landing and on-orbit operations. The two astronauts’ mission to the station is planned for six months.Lopez-Alegria and Tyurin will be joined late this year by NASA astronaut and Navy Cmdr. Sunita (Suni) Williams , 41, who will make her first flight into space aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery on the STS-116 mission to join Expedition 14 in progress. She will replace European Space Agency astronaut Thomas Reiter as the third expedition crew member on the station for her six-month mission.Also, American businesswoman Anousheh Ansari will fly with the Expedition 14 crew to the International Space Station as a spaceflight participant. She will spend nine days on the station under a commercial agreement with the Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos) and will return to Earth with the Expedition 13 crew.

Mars: Past Present Future – DVD $19.95 Mars: Past Present Future – DVD Explore past, present and future missions to Mars including photos and data from Mariner, Viking, Pathfinder and Mars Global Surveyor – even evidence of water on Mars. From the bizarre theories of early astronomers to future missions, see how exploration has changed our view of the Red Planet.Released 4/01 DVD BONUS FEATURES: Planet Mars: Historical NASA Film “Planet Mars” is a NASA film produced in the late 1970′s following the historic Viking I and II soft landings on Mars. A quarter century later, it is interesting to note how Martian theories have changed as scientists have received a wealth of new data from spacecraft such as Mars Pathfinder, Mars Global Surveyor and others Mars, The Movie: Supercomputer flyby Swoop down for a low-level flight over the fantastic landscape of Mars with supercomputer animation from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Music Video DVD CHAPTERS: 1 Introduction 2 Similarities 3 Early Observations 4 Science Fiction 5 Mariner Probes 6 Vikings 1 & 2 7 Water on Mars 8 Life on Mars 9 Pathfinder Features: Past, Present and Future missions Photos from Mariner, Viking, Pathfinder, Mars Global Surveyor & more New evidence of water! Digital Picture & Sound Quality Interactive Menus ? Chapter Search 83 Minutes Running Time

EXPLORING THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A History with 22 Activities $17.95 EXPLORING THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A History with 22 Activities In this stellar activity book, kids delve into the rich history of space exploration, where telescopes, satellites, probes, landers, and human missions lead to amazing discoveries. Updated to include the recent discovery of Eris which, along with Pluto, has been newly classified as a ?dwarf planet? by the International Astronomical Union, this cosmic adventure challenges kids to explore the planets and other celestial bodies for themselves through activities such as building a model of a comet using soil, molasses, dry ice, and window cleaner; or creating their own reentry vehicle to safely return an egg to Earth?s surface. With biographies of more than 20 space pioneers, specific mission details, a 20-page field guide to the solar system, and plenty of suggestions for further research, this is the ultimate guidebook to exploring the solar system. Editorial Reviews (for first 2006 edition) ?Outstanding?Will sweep readers up in the wonder and excitement.? ?Kirkus Reviews?Packed with information, yet highly readable, this is an exceptionally inviting guide to the solar system.? ?Booklist?A fun history of space discovery.? ?Boys? Life?A real science book that should interest children in the solar system.? ?St. Louis Post-Dispatch?Well-written history of space exploration.? ?Seattle Times?A refreshing approach.? ?Science Books & Films Book Details: Reading level: Ages 9-12 Paperback: 176 pages Publisher: Chicago Review Press (February 1, 2006) Language: English Book Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches

NOVA – MARS, DEAD OR ALIVE $19.95 The great PBS science series Nova scores another hit with Mars: Dead or Alive, capturing all the excitement surrounding the Mars rover landings of early 2004. Originally broadcast just as the first of the twin rovers (“Spirit” and “Opportunity”) was experiencing temporary communication problems with Earth-bound mission controllers, this riveting hour-long episode chronicles the risky $820 million Mars Exploration Rover (MER) project from design to touchdown, dramatically illustrating (through the use of detailed simulations and sophisticated computer animation) the considerable chances of failure–a nail-biting gamble considering that fully two-thirds of all previous Mars missions never reached their destination. Through rigorous testing and initial failure of the MER parachute system to the celebrated transmission of pristine photos from the “Spirit” landing site, we see just how intensely complex and emotionally involving the missions are, especially for Cornell University astronomer and lead MER scientist Steve Squyres and his devoted team of colleagues at Pasadena’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Careers are on the line as technical problems accumulate, and one feels the same mixture of dread, anxiety, and elation that accompanied the historic return of Apollo 13. A bonus interview with Mars-mission pioneer Donna Shirley puts everything into resonant perspective, celebrating science and the MER missions as an essential human endeavor. As with all Nova programs, the DVD includes a generous variety of study materials including an interview with Squyres, a detailed look at the anatomy of the Mars rovers, links to a companion website, and a “math activity” feature allowing viewers to understand the aerodynamic variables of parachute design. If you’re among those who feel that NASA and MER tax dollars are wasted, this DVD will probably change your opinion. –Jeff Shannon Special DVD features include: bonus video segment featuring Donna Shirley of NASA Interview with Steve Squyres Anatamony of a Rover activity Materials and activities for educators A link to the NOVA Web site Scene selections; closed captions; and described video for the visually impaired Actors: Stacy Keach, Peter Thomas, Don Wescott Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Letterboxed, NTSC Language: English Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Number of discs: 1 Studio: WGBH Boston DVD Release Date: March 30, 2004 Run Time: 60 minutes

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Getting Off the Planet: Training Astronauts $18.95 Getting off the Planet is the story of how a group of dedicated scientists, working with some of the nation’s finest pilots, prepared for space flight by meticulous research and patient, relentless testing. The book provides a piece of space history largely missing until now. Earlier explorers, whatever the hazards, could count on having Earth’s amenities: food, drinking water, breathing air and gravity.Space explorers had to take their life-support equipment with them. They also had to understand and solve the problems of such a mysterious, dangerous place before anyone had ever visited the space environment. For the first time ever, Dr. Randall M. Chambers , space pioneer who designed and conducted many of the earliest astronaut research and training programs, takes the reader behind the scenes and describes significant space flight preparations.Co-author is Mary Jane Chambers , the scientist’s wife, who has had a long career as a journalist. When they met as students at Indiana University in 1949, Mary Jane was eyeing a career as a foreign correspondent. Instead, she soon found herself a front row seat at a drama about a different kind of foreign place: outer space.Mrs. chambers has doggedly insisted that Getting off the Planet be enjoyable, interesting reading for space fans in all stages of scientific knowledge. She has banished the scientist’s usual props: formulas and footnotes and has instead “translated” science projects into understandable language.Together, the authors have also recollected some humorous anecdotes which inevitably occurred during research and training projects. The book is richly illustrated with pictures of astronauts, test pilots, scientists and engineering technologists in experimental projects rarely seen before. Features / Reviews: Table of Contents Chapter 1: From the Beginning Chapter 2: Getting Started Chapter 3: Some Glimpses into Early Space Research Projects Chapter 4: The Biosatellite Pioneers Chapter 5: Astronaut Selection and Training?with Stress, Distress, Zeal and Determination Chapter 6: Acceleration Forces and Stresses: Coping with Gravity Chapter 7: Early Mars Experiments Chapter 8: Microgravity and Weightless Simulations Chapter 9: Atmospheric Pressure Factors Chapter 10: More Glimpses into Early Space Research Projects Chapter 11: All Dressed Up for Space Exploration Chapter 12: So Much for Creature Comforts Chapter 13: Into Space with Mercury, Gemini and Apollo Chapter 14: Exploring the Moon and Returning to Earth Chapter 15: The Shuttle Programs: New Spacecraft, New Missions Chapter 16: Preparing for Sky Lab and Other Space Stations Chapter 17: Meeting the Public Chapter 18: Serendipities Galore! Paperback: 120 pages Publisher: Collector’s Guide Publishing Inc (January 1, 2006) Language: English Book Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.8 x 0.5 inches