Ole Roemer used the moons of Jupiter to estimate the speed of light. Here's how he did it.
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You–Yes, You–Can Calculate the Speed of Light With Jupiter
Could You Live on Planet Nine?
We don't know everything about Planet Nine, but we know enough for some estimation questions.
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Force Awakens’ Starkiller Would Actually Fling Everyone Into Space
You've waited long enough. It's time for a post on the physics of the Star Wars VII Starkiller Base. Spoiler alert.
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It’d Be Way Harder for Bezos’ Rocket to Get Into Orbit Than Just Space
The New Shepard spacecraft plans to launch people into space. However, going into space is different than getting into orbit.
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Three Ways a Starkiller in the New Star Wars Could Work
Star Wars VII includes a new weapon, the starkiller. How could you destroy a star? Here are three ideas.
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How Would Football Work if You Played It on Mars?
When humans bring the gridiron to Mars, it'll be football, Jim---but not as we know it.
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What’s So Special About Low Earth Orbit?
Just about all of our human exploration of space has been in low Earth orbit, but what exactly is it and why is it special?
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How That Spinning Spacecraft From The Martian Would Work
In The Martian astronauts use a spinning spacecraft to create artificial gravity. How does this compare to other spacecraft?
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