Space Physics

Stratos Space Jump: Can You Fall Faster Than the Speed of Sound?

9 Feb 2012

It seems like the Red Bull Stratos jump (redbullstratos.com) is back on track. For those of you not familiar, the basic idea is fairly simple. Felix Baumgartner will take a balloon ride up to an altitude of 120,000 feet and then jump out.

Bear McCreary Reveals the Physics Behind Your Favorite Science Fiction Theme Tunes

9 Feb 2012

When you think about science fiction theme tunes, chances are there are a few that are especially stirring and heroic. Star Wars. 2001: A Space Odyssey. Star Trek: The Next Generation. Superman: The Movie.

1st Prize at Science Conference: Free Trip to the Edge of Space

9 Feb 2012

The registration deadline to win a trip on XCOR Aerospace's Lynx space plane is Feb. 10.