woodenboater Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) Did anyone else stay up to watch the livestream as NASA's Curiosity rover basically land on a dime and then send back happy snaps ? It's amazing what can be done when you put the right minds in a room. Hope we can learn something from this venture that will expand our understanding of life and what is out there. Regardless, it was pretty amazing to watch. EDIT-my bad. Mars can be up to around 250 000 000 miles from Earth... Edited August 8, 2012 by woodenboater Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ice Fishing Ham Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Its something I wouldn't stay up for but will check out the NASA site for a replay. It is amazing what is being done. Good to hear all when well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I fell asleep. I can't wait to watch it on the NASA site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 and they got a picture of a wheel, man I am excited ok I didn't find it exciting to watch, but I am amazed by what they have done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pics Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'm amazed they wopuld waste money like that...lol..did the Chinese fund it?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 It is not a waste of money. I think I heard Neil DeGrasse Tyson mention that the United States spends more money on its military every year then it has in NASA's entire existence. Gaining knowledge of our Universe (or any kind really) should never be viewed as a waste. This is why we exist. Those people at NASA are not only the cream of the crop when it comes to the related sciences they are using but they are also tops when it comes to imagination. The United States of America should be (and is) immensely proud of them. Our species in general should be proud of them. It is a good day for humans. I think I will celebrate with another one of our species' crowning achievements. A Sleeman original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Yep. Lots of missed high-fives and moments of awkward physical celebrations, but good on them. For most that might be the pinnacle of their career. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 It is not a waste of money. I think I heard Neil DeGrasse Tyson mention that the United States spends more money on its military every year then it has in NASA's entire existence. Gaining knowledge of our Universe (or any kind really) should never be viewed as a waste. This is why we exist. Those people at NASA are not only the cream of the crop when it comes to the related sciences they are using but they are also tops when it comes to imagination. The United States of America should be (and is) immensely proud of them. Our species in general should be proud of them. It is a good day for humans. I think I will celebrate with another one of our species' crowning achievements. A Sleeman original. agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 No curiosity I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 The first pictures are in!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaque Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Lots of missed high-fives and moments of awkward physical celebrations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky or Specks Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 It is not a waste of money. I think I heard Neil DeGrasse Tyson mention that the United States spends more money on its military every year then it has in NASA's entire existence. Gaining knowledge of our Universe (or any kind really) should never be viewed as a waste. This is why we exist. Those people at NASA are not only the cream of the crop when it comes to the related sciences they are using but they are also tops when it comes to imagination. The United States of America should be (and is) immensely proud of them. Our species in general should be proud of them. It is a good day for humans. I think I will celebrate with another one of our species' crowning achievements. A Sleeman original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
largemouthtrout Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 i,m going to limit myself to only this one comment on this topic . "You actually believe those are ( live ) unscrutinized , uncencored images they are showing us ?" Think about it . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 and do you think they are photoshopping out the aliens and space ships that the camera picks up lol I would think they would have a short delay on what they are showing us..in case there is a wardrobe malfunction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 i,m going to limit myself to only this one comment on this topic . "You actually believe those are ( live ) unscrutinized , uncencored images they are showing us ?" Think about it . Don't forget, shiny side out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenboater Posted August 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Don't forget, shiny side out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 i,m going to limit myself to only this one comment on this topic . "You actually believe those are ( live ) unscrutinized , uncencored images they are showing us ?" Think about it . Are you sure you're not a transplant from Alabama... Funny how those people from the deep south don't believe we ever landed on the moon....but VERY MUCH believe in Big Foot.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 i,m going to limit myself to only this one comment on this topic . "You actually believe those are ( live ) unscrutinized , uncencored images they are showing us ?" Think about it . They only checked to make sure there was not a golden-arches sign in the first photos… at least until Mc Ds signs on as a sponsor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Not a waste of money if they find a real health population of walleyes up there......now that would be one hell of a fly in trip, wouldn't it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 The data and any serious photos will be analyzed nine ways to Sunday but those 2 photos from last night were as close to real time as possible. I watched the live feed on the net. The rooms were full of people (far to ugly and awkward to be actors btw) reacting with pure joy, excitement and relief as the photos were put up in screen first as thumbnails and then higher resolution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 It is not a waste of money. I think I heard Neil DeGrasse Tyson mention that the United States spends more money on its military every year then it has in NASA's entire existence. Gaining knowledge of our Universe (or any kind really) should never be viewed as a waste. This is why we exist. Those people at NASA are not only the cream of the crop when it comes to the related sciences they are using but they are also tops when it comes to imagination. The United States of America should be (and is) immensely proud of them. Our species in general should be proud of them. It is a good day for humans. I think I will celebrate with another one of our species' crowning achievements. A Sleeman original. It is reported that our military spends more annually on fighting corrosion on their gear than the entire annual military budget of Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I wasn't in any way shape or form mocking your country. I would expect the same from you. I usually find patriotism to be a counterproductive activity but I do have quite a bit of fondness and pride for my country. If you look back in history you will find that Canada's military was always at the forefront of the wars that needed to be fought and and skipped the ones that didn't. The only reason that I brought up what Neil DeGrasse Tyson said about military funding versus NASA funding was the same reason he did. To put it into perspective and defend it to people who view it as a waste. If you want to take pot shots at Canada's military spending go do it on an Ohio forum of some sort. Maybe write a letter to our Prime Minister suggesting that if he doesn't spend more on our military that you will refuse to spend your tourist dollars here. I am sure that will get his attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 It is reported that our military spends more annually on fighting corrosion on their gear than the entire annual military budget of Canada. ouch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bailey Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 The money is well spent. In an age where science in general is being denigrated by many, we need to have things which inspire the next generation to actually care about what science is and what it can do. It has served humans more and better than any other endeavour, and must be pursued if we are to face the challenges of our future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bailey Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 As an interesting aside, last night during the approach and entry a facebook buddy of mine was bemoaning the fact that he had no choice but to watch it on line, as his 500 channel Bell satellite service didn't carry NASA TV. Think about the irony of that; a satellite connection that doesn't carry NASA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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