NOAAs GOES-T is the third satellite in the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES)– R Series, the Western Hemispheres most sophisticated weather-observing and environmental-monitoring system. The GOES-R Series provides advanced imagery and climatic measurements, real-time mapping of lightning activity, and monitoring of space weather. On March 1, we supported the launch of NOAAs GOES-T satellite from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. GOES-T is the 3rd satellite in the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites or GOES-R series. The GOES program likewise predicts space weather near Earth that can interfere with satellite electronics, GPS, and radio interactions.
Introducing a brand-new Earth-observing satellite …
Things continue to line up for the James Webb Space Telescope …
And imagining the future of air travel … a few of the stories to inform you about– This Week at NASA!
NASA Supports Launch of NOAA Weather Satellite
” Liftoff of NOAAs GOES-T. Our newest weather sentinel in the sky, to assist keep us safe here on the ground.”
On March 1, we supported the launch of NOAAs GOES-T satellite from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. GOES-T is the 3rd satellite in the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites or GOES-R series.
Webb Mirror Alignment Continues Successfully
The James Webb Space Telescope group continues to overcome the numerous phases of mirror alignment required to perfect the observatorys focus. The group recently completed the Segment Alignment and Image Stacking stages. During these stages, they initially moved Webbs mirror segments so that 18 scattered dots of starlight reflected from the same star were rearranged into Webbs signature hexagonal shape. The focused dots were then stacked on top of each other, delivering the photons of light from each mirror section to the very same area, on the sensing unit of Webbs NIRCam instrument. In the coming weeks, the group will work to make the single dot of starlight gradually sharper and more focused.
Virtual Future of Aviation Showcase
On March 1-3, we hosted imaginAviation– a virtual event that showcased the future transformation of aviation. The three-day event included our Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy and others going over NASAs efforts to enhance the sustainability of aviation, while contributing to the Biden-Harris Administrations efforts to tackle environment modification. It was likewise a chance for individuals to find out how NASA aeronautics tasks and innovations are building a safer flying experience for all.
Work Platforms Retracted Ahead of Artemis I Rollout
Inside the Vehicle Assembly Building at our Kennedy Space Center, groups have withdrawed the very first of the 20 work platforms surrounding our Artemis I Moon Rocket. The platforms, which enable crews to work on the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft, have been moved in anticipation of rolling out the incorporated spacecraft to the launchpad ahead of the uncrewed Artemis I objective around the Moon. The four-mile trek to the launchpad is currently targeted to start on March 17.
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NOAAs GOES-T is the third satellite in the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES)– R Series, the Western Hemispheres most sophisticated weather-observing and environmental-monitoring system. The GOES-R Series offers advanced imagery and climatic measurements, real-time mapping of lightning activity, and monitoring of space weather condition. Credit: NOAA
Introducing a new Earth-observing satellite, things continue to line up for the James Webb Space Telescope, and envisioning the future of air travel … a few of the stories to inform you about– This Week at NASA!
