Cosmic Front
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Explore Magellanic Clouds, Black Holes, Asteroids and other phenomena of the universe in the Cosmic Front series.
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29 Episodes
- The Mystery of the Universe's Bubbles
E1The Mystery of the Universe's BubblesThe Hubble Space Telescope (HST) orbits 600 kilometers above the Earth's surface, beyond the planet's image-distorting atmosphere. It provides clear images of our universe and can even take vivid photographs of galaxies with hundreds of billions of stars at the outer reaches of the cosmos. Recently over 100 scientists from around the world gathered for the most ambitious HST observation project to date. They were trying to work out the structure of the galaxies. Near Earth, many galaxies are clustered together like soap bubbles. Will these bubbles continue expanding far into the universe? Using the HST, scientists at the frontline of space exploration try to find the answer. - The Mysteries of the Universe's Bubbles
E2The Mysteries of the Universe's BubblesScientists using the Hubble Telescope study vivid images from 12 billion and more light years away and observe that many galaxies cluster together like -- soap bubbles! Analyzing factors like dark matter and gravitational lensing, how can astronomers confirm this amazing bubble structure? - Extraterrestrial Life - From Fiction to Fact?
E3Extraterrestrial Life - From Fiction to Fact?Extraterrestrial life = Science Fiction. Not so fast! -- the Cassini probe has provided photos of Enceladus, where scientists have found geysers of water vapor. And then there is Gliese 581g, a planet with Earth-like conditions....what would life forms look like in these watery environments? - Dark Matter - Racing to Unlock Its Mysteries
E4Dark Matter - Racing to Unlock Its MysteriesThe story of how we discovered Dark Matter and what we do and don't know about this mysterious substance. Did Vera Rubin discover the glue holding galaxies together? What composes dark matter? What are Dark Stars and what is supersymmetry, the potential answer to the questions around Dark Matter? - Our Extraordinary Sun - Facing a Rare Solar Phenomenon
E7Our Extraordinary Sun - Facing a Rare Solar PhenomenonTelescopes on six solar observation satellites are currently monitoring the sun. The satellites include Japan's Hinode and the SDO developed by the United States. Solar activity (flares, sunspots) is at its lowest since modern observation began - what implications does this have for our Earth? - The former Soviet Universe Space Plan - a dream I saw by genius scientist Kolorov
E8The former Soviet Universe Space Plan - a dream I saw by genius scientist KolorovThe Large and Small Magellanic Clouds, luminous in the night sky of the Southern Hemisphere, are celestial bodies shrouded in mystery, but recent observations have revealed some startling facts about them. They are survivors of galaxies formed in the early stages of the Universe. - Betelgeuse - Death of a Super Star
E9Betelgeuse - Death of a Super StarBetelgeuse is a first-magnitude red star in the Orion constellation. This massive star -- 1,000 times the size of the Sun -- is aging and facing imminent death. The latest observations show what appears to be a huge bump on one side of the star, and giant plumes of gas spewing out with ferocious force. Scientists predict Betelgeuse will soon meet its end in a huge explosion. They say that viewed from Earth three hours after this explosion, the supernova will appear almost 100 times brighter than a full moon, and be visible even during the day. As it nears the end of its life, this red supergiant star is grabbing the attention of scientists around the world. - Seers of the Heavens - The Maya
E10Seers of the Heavens - The MayaThe Maya civilization, which flourished for 2,000 years in Central America, developed a sophisticated understanding of astronomy. Without the use of telescopes, or even the metal to build them, the Maya unlocked the mysteries of the movements of the heavens, and developed a very precise solar calendar that was "not off a day in 4,000 years." Some people say the Maya predicted the end of the world as we know it in 2012. This episode uses new investigations of Maya ruins and recent breakthroughs in deciphering their hieroglyphics to reveal the astronomical secrets of this great civilization. - Space Shuttle - Launching 30 Years of Dreams
E11Space Shuttle - Launching 30 Years of DreamsTelescopes on six solar observation satellites are currently monitoring the sun. The satellites include Japan's Hinode and the SDO developed by the United States. Solar activity (flares, sunspots) is at its lowest since modern observation began - what implications does this have for our Earth? - Space Shuttle - Launching 30 Years of Dreams
E12Space Shuttle - Launching 30 Years of DreamsThe Space Shuttle fleet was retired in 2011 after leading international missions for three decades. This is the dramatic story of the tragedies and triumphs of the Space Shuttle fleet, and how it broadened humankind's exploration of space. - Can Dr. Hawking's space time travel (time travel) be possible?
E13Can Dr. Hawking's space time travel (time travel) be possible?An asteroid colliding with the Earth is not a just Hollywood fantasy. NASA and the Space Guard Foundation develop deflection plans to save the Earth from a comet, meteor or asteroid with Earth in its trajectory. Take a look at how the world is working together to keep our skies safe. - Knowing without Seeing - The Science of Black HolesE19
Knowing without Seeing - The Science of Black HolesWith their relentlessly powerful gravitational pull, black holes suck in anything that comes near them: not even light can escape. They were first discovered not by direct observation but through the human power of logical analysis. However, the very existence of black holes was the subject of heated debate for about half a century. This episode introduces the latest research into the strange physical phenomena caused by black holes and an experimental method for directly viewing these invisible celestial bodies. It is the story of dedicated scientists in a quest to see the "unseeable". - The Lunar Rover - Apollo's Final ChallengeE23
The Lunar Rover - Apollo's Final ChallengeIn the summer of 1969, Apollo 11 succeeded in being the first manned mission to land on the moon. The next challenge was to develop a lunar rover that would allow astronauts to explore the moon's vast surface. However, the project was met with numerous problems. How would they build a lunar rover that would fit in the small space of the lunar module? How would they design tires that would be both light and strong? The team of engineers only had a year and a half to complete the first vehicle. The untold story behind the development of the lunar rover, said to be the final hurdle of the Apollo project, is revealed using valuable historic footage - Space Tourism - A New Chapter in Space HistoryE25
Space Tourism - A New Chapter in Space HistoryIn the United States, a new chapter in space history is about to begin with civilian space travel. A number of private companies are venturing into the development of space technology, which was until now a government program. Mojave, a desert town in California, is at the forefront of space exploration. Fourteen companies gathered there for a competition to develop the next generation of spacecrafts. Their projects, however, aren't limited to just building space vehicles. They're also working on developing space ports and space hotels. Follow the private sector's latest space projects as they move full speed ahead.
