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hmm well I’m not sure whether you talked about this in “current propulsion systems,” but it is physically impossible to travel faster than light using conventional means because as one accelerates, one’s mass increases. One can see how this would be problematic, considering the more you accelerate an object, the harder it is to accelerate. A theoretical physicist did a mathematical experiment involving this phenomenon and discovered that any object larger than subatomic particles would require more energy than the universe theoretically has to accelerate the object past the speed of light.

Now, CERN is doing experiments in which they accelerate subatomic particles near light speed, but these particles have almost no mass and STILL are unable to go faster than light.

You could talk about the theoretical particles known as “tachyons” which travel so fast that they go backwards in time.

Also, you could talk about light cones and what it would mean for something to go faster than the speed of light.

UFO Laser Propulsion System for Spacecrafts by NASA

Apollo 10 Mission Patch $4.95 4 inch patch. This spacecraft was the second Apollo mission to orbit the Moon, and the first to travel to the Moon with the full Apollo spacecraft, consisting of the Command and Service Module, named “Charlie Brown,” and the Lunar Module, named “Snoopy.” The primary objectives of the mission were to demonstrate crew, space vehicle and mission support facilities during a human lunar mission and to evaluate Lunar Module performance in cislunar and lunar environment. The mission was a full “dry run” for the Apollo 11 mission, in which all operations except the actual lunar landing were performed.On May 22, Thomas Stafford and Eugene Cernan entered the Lunar Module and fired the Service Module reaction control thrusters to separate the Lunar Module from the Command Module. The Lunar Module was put into an orbit to allow low-altitude passes over the lunar surface, the closest approach bringing it to within 8.9 kilometers (5.5 miles) of the Moon. All systems on the Lunar Module were tested during the separation including communications, propulsion, attitude control and radar. The Lunar Module and Command Module rendezvous and redocking occurred 8 hours after separation on May 23. Thirty-one lunar orbits were achieved. Click here to visit the NASA Apollo 10 History site.Crew: Eugene CernanJohn YoungThomas Stafford

Essential Space Collection (2009) $15.95 Essential Space Collection (2009) Quite possible The Discovery Channel’s most exciting and absorbing space programs to date. Travel to the explosive fireball Io, join researchers as they prepare for the 2018 mission to Mars and beyond, get a hands-on look at the first personal space vehicle that could jumpstart tourism into space and so much more in this special, otherworldly collection. 95 Worlds and Counting – Land on the explosive fireball Io, the frigid Triton and the potentially life-giving Europa in this episode that explores the solar systems most exotic real estate: moons. Once dismissed as trivial ice-balls, these celestial bodies may hold the key to life in space. Space Shuttle: Countdown to Comeback – In the wake of the space shuttle Columbia disaster, NASA scientists and engineers have been working to get America’s space program back on track. Come onboard the July 2005 flight to return the shuttle to space as told by the people who lived through this historic 12-day mission. Black Sky: The Race for Space – Follow Burt Rutan, considered the man who reinvented the airplane, as he builds a personal space vehicle, SpaceShipOne. Witness Rutan’s test flight into space as he races to win the X-Prize: $10 million awarded to build a spacecraft to jumpstart the space tourism industry. Base Camp Moon – Previous moon expeditions have provided scientists with astounding information and insights that have helped shape technological advancements in fields as diverse as biology, geology, astrophysics and chemistry. But there is more to be learned. Join top researchers as they prepare for the 2018 mission to establish a presence on Mars and beyond. Starship Orion: The Future of Space Travel – Behind-the-scenes exploration of NASA’s premiere research facilities reveals the dynamic and often dramatic design process of Starship Orion. NASA’s ambitious goal to build the safest, most reliable and re-usable space exploration system in history features a complex design process where every decision is critical and none is without consequence. Space Station Live: HD – View footage of the live feed from the International Space Station and get closer than ever to the ISS experience. Showcasing the technology and lives of the people working here, this program provides a fascinating update on what has been accomplished and what lies ahead for this orbiting science laboratory. Features: Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC Language: English Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Number of discs: 2 Studio: Discovery Channel DVD Release Date: March 16, 2010 Run Time: 264 minutes

EVA Systems Patch $5.5 click images for larger view EVA Systems Patch Extra-vehicular activity (EVA) is work done by an astronaut away from the Earth and outside of a spacecraft. The term most commonly applies to an EVA made outside a craft orbiting Earth (a spacewalk) but also applies to an EVA made on the surface of the Moon (a moonwalk). In the later lunar landing missions the command module pilot did an EVA to retrieve film canisters on the return trip.Due to the different designs of the early spacecraft, the American and Soviet space programs also define an EVA differently. Russians define an EVA as occurring when a cosmonaut is in a vacuum. An American astronaut, in contrast, is not considered to have made an EVA until at least his head is outside the spacecraft. The term stand-up EVA (SEVA) is used for being partly outside.EVAs may be either tethered (the astronaut is connected to the spacecraft, oxygen can be supplied through a tube, no propulsion is needed to return to the spacecraft) or untethered. When the tether performs life support functions such as providing oxygen, it is called an umbilical. For untethered EVAs during space flight, capability of returning to the spacecraft is essential 4″ embroidered patch

Space Travel Peel & Stick Appliqués $14.95 Space Travel Peel & Stick Appliqués RoomMates space travel appliqués remove in seconds and can be repositioned over and over again without damaging the surface or ever leaving any paper or sticky residue.Simply peel and stick onto any smooth surface: walls, furniture, mirrors, tiles, lockers, book covers, cars… the applications are as endless as your imagination!Space travel set includes 24 appliqués including space shuttles, space telescope, space stations, planets and galaxies. Removeable, Repositionable & Re-Useable!

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Interstellar Travel And Multi-Generation Space Ships $24.95 Interstellar Travel and Multi-Generation Space Ships at The Space Store. Great prices and excellent shipping!

Space Shuttle Thermal 16oz. Travel Mug $19.95 Space Shuttle Thermal 16oz. Travel Mug Our newest travel mug depicts a beautifully rendered, 3 dimensional space shuttle on one side. It is a high quality,16oz. Stratford all Stainless Tumbler. Double Wall Thermal Stainless Steel Interior with Stainless Steel Exterior.

Gemini Spacecraft Replica $259 Gemini Spacecraft 1/48 Scale Replica Project Gemini was the second human spaceflight program of the United States of America. It operated between Projects Mercury and Apollo, during the years 1963-1966. Its objective was to develop techniques for advanced space travel, notably those necessary for Project Apollo, whose objective was to land men on the Moon. Gemini missions involved extravehicular activity and orbital maneuvers including rendezvous and docking.The Gemini Program was conceived after it became evident to NASA officials that an intermediate step was required between the projects Mercury and Apollo. The major objectives assigned to Gemini were: To subject two men and supporting equipment to long-duration flights, a requirement for projected later trips to the Moon or deeper space. To effect rendezvous and docking with other orbiting vehicles, and to maneuver the docked vehicles in space, using the propulsion system of the target vehicle for such maneuvers. To perfect methods of reentry and landing the spacecraft at a pre-selected land-landing point. To gain additional information concerning the effects of weightlessness on crew members and to record the physiological reactions of crew members during long-duration flights. After 10 successful flights, the Gemini program clearly placed the United States in the lead over the Soviet Union in manned spaceflight. The flight of Gemini VIII included the successful emergency recovery of the tumbling orbiting capsule by Neil ArmstrongThis Gemini Spacecraft 1/48 Scale Replica is by expert modeler Nick Proach. Please allow 3 to 6 months from the time of order to delivery, as these models are custom made upon ordering. An additional shipping and handling charge of $30 will be added to your order. No discounts will apply to this model and all sales final

"Longest Four Minutes I Ever Spent" Giclee Print 11 x 14 or 18 x 24 $45 “Longest Four Minutes I Ever Spent” – Giclee Print 11 x 14 or 18 x 24 Please select 11 x 14, which his $45 or 16 x 24, which is $85 In this scene, the spacecraft is actually moving from right to left. Upon approaching the moon, the spacecraft was oriented with the service propulsion engine facing in the direction of travel. Communication with Earth was temporarily interrupted as the spacecraft swung around the far side of the moon. On their own, the crew performed the complicated procedure which fired the engine for a little over 4 minutes thereby slowing the speed of the spacecraft just enough to place it into lunar orbit. This was a critical maneuver and everyone was more than just a little tense as the engine had never been tested in lunar orbit before this mission. Any malfunctions or deviation in burn time could have lead to disastrous consequences.. Jim Lovell later stated it was the longest four minutes he had ever spent. Everyone was relieved as the engine performed flawlessly and on Christmas Eve the crew of Bill Anders, Frank Borman and Jim Lovell became the first human beings in history to orbit another celestial body other than the planet earth. 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

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Astronauts and other Space Heroes $9.95 Find out about the astronauts and other pioneers of space travel who have taken earthlings beyond our home planet. Full of stories, quotes, facts, and photos, this book is a chance to meet the dreamers who first imagined travel to other worlds, the scientists who labored to launch spacecraft, and the men and women (and animals too) who have explored outer space. Features: Reading level: Ages 8-12 Paperback: 80 pages Publisher: Collins (May 1, 2007) Language: English Book Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches

The Space Tourist’s Handbook $15.95 In May 2001, billionaire Dennis Tito made history as the first ?space tourist??he?s the guy who paid $20 million to travel to the International Space Station. Since that landmark voyage, many others have followed in his footsteps?all courtesy of Space Adventures, the first travel agency devoted exclusively to outer space. But before you can blast off, there?s plenty to learn. In this illustrated handbook, Space Adventures CEO Eric Anderson gives would-be space tourists the exact same training program that he gives to the billionaires. Here are step-by-step instructions for liftoff, sleeping in weightless environments, using the ?vacuum toilet? on the spacecraft, living in zero gravity, and much more. It?s all so informative, the instructors at Space Adventures are already integrating this handbook into their lesson plans.With more than 25 illustrations (and a special full-color section showing popular vacation ?destinations?), The Space Tourist?s Handbook is fascinating reading for amateur astronauts of all ages.

Space Boy (Hardcover) $16.95 Space Boy (Hardcover) by Leo Landry Book Description Children can escape to the moon with Nicholas in this delightful picture book. This world, decides Nicholas, is too noisy for him. Time to take a trip. He packs a snack, puts on his suit, and takes off…to the utterly quiet craters and vast deserts of the distant moon. In this utterly charming picture book, the allure of space travel and the longing for peace and quiet entice a young boy to take his space rocket to the moon for picnic. Features: Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Houghton Mifflin (September 24, 2007) Language: English Book Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches

See Inside Space (Hardcover) $12.95 See Inside Space (Hardcover) This is an Usborne flap book of truly astronomical proportions!See Inside Space is packed with facts and information about the stars, planets and the universe.It has double-page topics that show our solar system, the Milky Way, how scientists think the universe was created, and the latest space-travel technology.It also includes over 50 flaps reveal fascinating facts about the universe.An extra feature is that it includes a little book of star maps is tucked in a pocket at the back of the book.Includes internet links to websites with the latest space information, games and photos.Board Book, 16 pages. Written by Katie Daynes; illustrated by Peter Allen. Reading level: Ages 8-12 Hardcover: 16 pages Publisher: Usborne Books; Brdbk edition (January 2009) Language: English Book Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.7 x 0.8 inches

Little Space Explorers [Hardcover] $7.95 Little Space Explorers [Hardcover] Ages 2-5 Let’s explore! Slip the double-sided figure into the acetate pocket to enjoy all manner of exciting activities. Trek in the jungle, explore snowy places, travel into space or investigate the ocean. These innovative board books help to develop motor skills, as well as promoting discussion and helping to combat gender stereotypes. 14 Pages, 190x190mm, Suitable 1-4 years. Winners of Practical Pre-School Silver Award 2007 Book Features: Hardcover: 14 pages Publisher: Child’s Play; Brdbk edition (Jan 2007) Language: English Book Dimensions: 18.8 x 18.6 x 1.4 cm

Teacher in Space NASA Patch $5.95 The Teacher in Space Project is an outgrowth of the NASA Space Flight Participation Program that was designed to expand Space Shuttle flight opportunities to a wider segment of private citizens. 4 inches. Be sure to see our FreeEducation Resources Page including free worksheets, links and more foreducators and students. Barbara Morgan , NASA’s first Educator Astronaut, has been assigned as a crewmemberupcoming Space Shuttle mission to the International Space Station. A native of McCall, Idaho, Morgan was selected in 1985 as the backup candidate for the Teacher in Space program. Following the Challenger accident, the program was suspended and Morgan worked with NASA¹s Education Office, meeting with teachers and students across the country to share her space training experiences and their relevance to the classroom and America¹s future. In the fall of 1986 Morgan returned to teaching at McCall-Donnelly Elementary School in Idaho, but continued to travel the country in support of NASA¹s education efforts. In January 1998, she was selected by NASA to complete her astronaut training.

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