MMasoodNASA missions are the epitome of engineering, computer science and innovation. This is where technology and human creativity delivers the best to solve the simplest and the most complex of problems.
Media are invited to view the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite T (GOES-T) satellite Thursday, Jan. 20, at 9:30 a.m. EST at the Astrotech Space Operations payload processing facility in Titusville, Florida.
There is a common misconception that NASA is consuming a huge budget.
Today’s NASA’s actual $19 Billion Budget is less than half of what it was in mid 1960s at $48 Billion or $377 Billion inflation adjusted for today’s dollar.
All this science and research that gives us meaning, economic edge, and competitive advantage – all of it comes from this ½ percent investment, and it is this investment that has made United States a leading nation in the field of science.
Imagine for a moment if all the nations of the world competed with each other in space exploration as we compete in military prowess where the humankind would be today.
It is intriguing how this is evolving and impacting our lives.
I try to write about developments on my website, one for referencing back when you are writing something or researching, and two to share with everyone.
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