Category: Science
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Renowned scientist and philanthropist Dr. Dmitry B. Zimin passes away peacefully at the age of 88 after a battle with cancer
On Wednesday 22 December, Dr. Dmitry B. Zimin passed away peacefully at the age of 88 after a battle with cancer. Dr, Dmitry B. Zimin Dr. Zimin was a renowned Russian scientist, inventor, entrepreneur, and CEO. He was internationally recognised as a visionary pioneer who, through his philanthropic activities, dedicated his life and wealth to supporting science…
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WATCH LIVE – Launch of the James Webb Space Telescope 12-25-2021
The Exoplanets Channel Watch the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope. This mission is scheduled to lift off at 7:20 a.m. EST (12:20 UTC), Dec. 25, 2021, aboard an Ariane 5 rocket from the Guiana Space Centre. James Webb will find breathable atmospheres: https://youtu.be/Ygpl0LUFUpU Exoplanets book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LWHDRBG Exoplanets merch: https://teespring.com/es/stores/the-e…
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Los Angeles Regional Connector | Demystified (video)
RMTransit Today’s project we’re looking at is the Regional Connector project, a project that will transform Los Angeles’ light rail lines into a truly regional scale network. Enjoy! As always, leave a comment down below if you have ideas for our future videos. Like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon so you won’t…
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NASA Selects Four University Teams for Aviation Projects
NASA’s research focus on sustainable aviation will get some big help from teams of university faculty and students recently selected to participate in the agency’s University Leadership Initiative (ULI). ULI gives the academic community an opportunity to support NASA’s aeronautical research goals and provide students with valuable experience in solving real-world technical…
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2021 California High-Speed Rail YEAR IN REVIEW
California High-Speed Rail Authority- The California High-Speed Rail Authority is looking back at the year that was, in a new 30-minute 2021 Year in Review special. This look back will examine the progress we’ve made in construction over the last 12 months, the major milestones we’ve passed, the familiar faces who have gotten…
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San Francisco’s Central Subway is 98% complete (video)
KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is now testing Muni trains on the new Central Subway system. This project started in 2010 and has met with a number of delays and cost overruns. Underground, crews have been hard at work, digging a trench in Stockton Street, a station beneath Union Square,…
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L.A. Metro Board Approves Final Environmental Studies for Antelope Valley Line Capacity, Service Improvements Program
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) Board of Directors recently approved the certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Antelope Valley Line (AVL) Capacity and Service Improvements Program. The project proposes three new capital improvements along the existing railroad corridor and aims to improve service frequency and reliability…
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Ursids Meteor Shower ~ In 4K From Denver, CO USA ~ December 21-22, 2021
* Astronomy Live Stream in 4K with David Brewer * DENVER Peak is on December 21-22, 2021 ~ 5:00AM Mountain Time… Camera: Sony: A7Siii… Lens: Sony 24mm f/1.4 GM… FOV: 74°x45°… Mount: iOptron AZ Mount Pro with Tri-Pier… Best watched on a 4K Tv… Shot in 4K from Denver, Colorado USA.
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NASA’s 2021 Included Mars Landing, First Flight, Artemis, More
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy visited the agency’s Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans on Dec. 8, 2021 for tours and briefings on Michoud’s role in the Artemis program and other capabilities that enrich many facets of the nation’s space exploration endeavors. Credits: NASA/Michael DeMocker In 2021, NASA completed its busiest…
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Cleveland’s Rapid Transit Network Evolution (video)
Vanishing Underground From its beginning in 1913, the Cleveland Light Rail, Subway, and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) networks have grown to over 70 stations, spanning 37.2 miles (60 kilometres). This animated video takes you through the timeline of when new stations were opened, forming the RTA Rapid network that we know today. CLEVELAND #RTA Cleveland…