Interstellar Discoveries and the Future of Space Tourism

Simply Space

Join us as we explore groundbreaking discoveries in interstellar space, including complex carbon molecules that may hold clues to the origins of life on Earth. We also discuss the disintegration of the 'Halloween Comet' and what it means for our understanding of comets. Plus, Blue Origin's certification of a second capsule for suborbital space tourism marks a significant milestone in commercial space travel. Finally, we delve into Gen. Guetlein's insights on the challenges facing the Space Force and the role of private industry in national security.
Sources:
https://www.sciencealert.com/astronomers-discover-complex-carbon-molecules-in-interstellar-space
https://www.sciencealert.com/the-halloween-comet-appears-to-be-disintegrating-in-space
https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/24/blue-origin-certifies-second-capsule-for-suborbital-space-tourism-flights/
https://spacenews.com/challenges-facing-space-force-and-commercial-industry-gen-guetleins-candid-take/
Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:41) Astronomers Discover Complex Carbon Molecules in Interstellar Space
(00:03:27) The 'Halloween Comet' Appears to Be Disintegrating in Space
(00:06:19) Blue Origin certifies second capsule for suborbital space tourism flights
(00:09:20) Challenges facing Space Force and commercial industry: Gen. Guetlein’s candid take