1) The document discusses introducing African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) into science teaching to make science more relatable and engaging for students.
2) It provides examples of how IKS relates to scientific concepts like calendars, timekeeping, and models of the solar system that were observed and developed by Africans.
3) The document calls for collecting and disseminating more resources on African IKS to help teachers incorporate these perspectives into science education across the country.
The document summarizes the Galaxy Forum Japan 2011 event which was hosted by the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA) at the Miraikan National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation in Tokyo on December 8, 2011. The event discussed ILOA's goals to establish connections with schools to facilitate participation in 21st century galaxy education and space exploration. It also provided an overview of ILOA's planned missions to establish an international lunar observatory, including the ILO-1 polar mission planned for 2014.
The document describes a Galaxy Garden, which is a 1 meter scale model of the Milky Way galaxy where each centimeter represents approximately 33 light years, allowing visitors to explore and learn about our galaxy in an interactive 3D space. It aims to inspire visitors through hands-on exploration of the Milky Way's structure and to foster interest in astronomy and science through educational activities and programs.
Galaxy Forum Kansas 2012 - Tom ArmstrongILOAHawaii
This document provides information about early space exploration missions and discoveries. It discusses the launch of Sputnik 1 by the Soviet Union in 1957, which sparked the Space Race between the US and USSR. The US response was the Explorer 1 mission launched in 1958. Explorer 1 helped discover the Van Allen radiation belts around Earth through measurements taken by the spacecraft. The document also discusses the Voyager missions and discoveries about trapped radiation around planets with magnetic fields. It raises questions about the possibility of life existing elsewhere in the solar system and beyond.
1) The document discusses several promising locations in our solar system that could support life, including Jupiter's moons Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto which may have subsurface oceans, and Titan which has a methane cycle analogous to Earth's water cycle.
2) It also discusses the potential for life in other star systems, mentioning Enceladus and the possibility of life in its subsurface ocean, as well as potentially habitable planets orbiting stars like Gliese 581, Tau Ceti, and Epsilon Eridani.
3) The document notes there could be tens of millions to billions of potentially habitable planets and moons in our galaxy alone, and estimates the number of habitable
Galaxy Forum USA 2012 - Eleonora BabayantsILOAHawaii
1) A galaxy is a large group of stars, gas and dust held together by gravity that orbits around a common center.
2) Information networks now span the world and nothing remains concealed due to the sheer volume of information being shared.
3) Galaxy Consulting provides information management solutions to help organizations better capture, store, preserve and deliver content throughout its lifecycle.
1) The document discusses introducing African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) into science teaching to make science more relatable and engaging for students.
2) It provides examples of how IKS relates to scientific concepts like calendars, timekeeping, and models of the solar system that were observed and developed by Africans.
3) The document calls for collecting and disseminating more resources on African IKS to help teachers incorporate these perspectives into science education across the country.
The document summarizes the Galaxy Forum Japan 2011 event which was hosted by the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA) at the Miraikan National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation in Tokyo on December 8, 2011. The event discussed ILOA's goals to establish connections with schools to facilitate participation in 21st century galaxy education and space exploration. It also provided an overview of ILOA's planned missions to establish an international lunar observatory, including the ILO-1 polar mission planned for 2014.
The document describes a Galaxy Garden, which is a 1 meter scale model of the Milky Way galaxy where each centimeter represents approximately 33 light years, allowing visitors to explore and learn about our galaxy in an interactive 3D space. It aims to inspire visitors through hands-on exploration of the Milky Way's structure and to foster interest in astronomy and science through educational activities and programs.
Galaxy Forum Kansas 2012 - Tom ArmstrongILOAHawaii
This document provides information about early space exploration missions and discoveries. It discusses the launch of Sputnik 1 by the Soviet Union in 1957, which sparked the Space Race between the US and USSR. The US response was the Explorer 1 mission launched in 1958. Explorer 1 helped discover the Van Allen radiation belts around Earth through measurements taken by the spacecraft. The document also discusses the Voyager missions and discoveries about trapped radiation around planets with magnetic fields. It raises questions about the possibility of life existing elsewhere in the solar system and beyond.
1) The document discusses several promising locations in our solar system that could support life, including Jupiter's moons Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto which may have subsurface oceans, and Titan which has a methane cycle analogous to Earth's water cycle.
2) It also discusses the potential for life in other star systems, mentioning Enceladus and the possibility of life in its subsurface ocean, as well as potentially habitable planets orbiting stars like Gliese 581, Tau Ceti, and Epsilon Eridani.
3) The document notes there could be tens of millions to billions of potentially habitable planets and moons in our galaxy alone, and estimates the number of habitable
Galaxy Forum USA 2012 - Eleonora BabayantsILOAHawaii
1) A galaxy is a large group of stars, gas and dust held together by gravity that orbits around a common center.
2) Information networks now span the world and nothing remains concealed due to the sheer volume of information being shared.
3) Galaxy Consulting provides information management solutions to help organizations better capture, store, preserve and deliver content throughout its lifecycle.
The Ad Astra Kansas Initiative began with Kansas's state motto "Ad Astra per Aspera" meaning "To the Stars through Difficulty". The initiative was founded in 2001 by Steve McVey to promote interstellar research and development in Kansas and recognize cutting edge space technology work being done in the state. Its goals are to promote the state motto's full potential and create a hub for space technology projects, networking, and education.
The document summarizes an event by the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA) held in Tokyo on November 10, 2012. It discusses ILOA's goals of establishing an international lunar observatory and facilitating 21st century education through space exploration. Key points include plans for ILOA precursor missions to the Moon in 2014 and beyond to conduct astronomical observations and technology demonstrations.
Galaxy Forum USA 2011 - Steve Durst, ILOAILOAHawaii
1) The International Lunar Observatory Association is presenting updates on its plans to establish an observatory on the lunar south pole at Malapert Mountain by 2014.
2) The observatory, called ILO-1, will conduct astrophysical observations of galaxies and search for exoplanets and signs of extraterrestrial life.
3) Additional bandwidth from the observatory's communications system not used for science data will be available commercially to support activities like internet services and advertising from the lunar surface.
Galaxy Forum China - Shanghai: ILOA Galaxy 1st Light Imaging and ExplorationILOAHawaii
The document summarizes an event for the International Lunar Observatory Association's Galaxy Forum 2011 in Shanghai, China. It provides details on the association and its goals of establishing an International Lunar Observatory by 2014 to image galaxies and search for life in the universe. It discusses the importance of galaxy education in the 21st century and lists galaxy education resources. Maps and images related to establishing an observatory at the lunar south pole are also presented.
Galaxy Forum Hawaii 2011 Hilo - Phil MerrellILOAHawaii
The document discusses the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA), a Hawaii-based non-profit dedicated to establishing observatories on the Moon. ILOA has 3 main missions: ILO-1 to establish an observation outpost at the lunar south pole by 2014; a precursor mission by 2014; and a future human service mission. ILOA also organizes annual Galaxy Forums around the world to advance space education and aims to extend Hawaii's leadership in astronomy to the Moon.
The document discusses plans for a new astronomical observatory called the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) to be located on Mauna Kea in Hawaii. It describes some of the exciting discoveries made by existing observatories on Mauna Kea like Keck and CFHT. It outlines key aspects of the planned TMT, including its large 30-meter mirror, advanced adaptive optics to correct for atmospheric distortions, and its potential to enable new studies in the formation of stars and planets and the nature of the early universe.
The International Lunar Observatory Association is a Hawaii-based non-profit dedicated to establishing observatories on the Moon. It has three main missions: ILO-1, a polar observation mission planned for 2014; a precursor mission by 2014 to test technologies; and a future human service mission. The presentation provided details on the planned locations and objectives of the ILO-1 and precursor missions, and discussed why education about and awareness of the Milky Way Galaxy is important. Images and information were presented on current lunar observation capabilities and the local stellar neighborhood to motivate further lunar observation efforts.
The Kansas state motto "Ad Astra per Aspera" meaning "To the stars through difficulty" was proposed in 1859 by John James Ingalls and adopted. In 2001, Steve Durst proposed creating the Ad Astra Kansas Initiative to promote the motto through supporting space technology research and recognizing cutting edge work in Kansas. In 2011, the initiative formally established itself as the Ad Astra Kansas Foundation nonprofit with a board of directors and bylaws to further its goals of advancing space research and education.
Galaxy Forum Kansas 2012 - Vicki JohnsonILOAHawaii
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Vicki S. Johnson, an engineering specialist at Cessna Aircraft Company. The presentation discussed her work as principal investigator for a NASA contract involving developing protective skins for composite airliners to reduce fuel consumption by 70% by 2035. It provided background on the project, which developed a conceptual 2035 airplane design using composite materials, advanced engines, drag reduction, and protective outer skins. It summarized testing of the protective skin concept and next steps. The document also included biographical details about Dr. Johnson's educational and career path in aerospace engineering.
The document summarizes plans for the International Lunar Observatory Association's (ILOA) 2012 activities, including the Galaxy Forum USA conference on July 4th in San Jose, California. The ILOA plans four lunar missions - ILO-1 polar mission in 2015, ILO-X precursor mission by 2014, involvement in Chang'e 3's galaxy imaging in 2013, and a future human service mission. The goals are wide-ranging scientific observations and expanding global education on galaxy science. The ILOA headquarters will be based in Hawaii to support its vision of a global lunar observatory network.
ILOA Presentation - Galaxy Forum BeijingILOAHawaii
The document summarizes plans for an international conference on galaxy education to be held in Beijing, China. It also provides information about the International Lunar Observatory Association and its plans to establish an observatory on the lunar surface to conduct astronomical research and commercial activities.
This document discusses galaxies and our cosmic future. It begins by describing our own Milky Way galaxy and showing images of other galaxies, including spiral and elliptical galaxies. It then discusses galaxy luminosity functions and observations made using large telescopes. The document concludes by noting it was presented by Charles Liu at the American Museum of Natural History on September 23, 2011 and was about galaxies and our cosmic future.
The document discusses the importance and future of mineral exploration and mining in space. It argues that mining will be essential for humanity's continued advancement as we explore the moon, Mars, and beyond. Canada is well-positioned to play a leading role in off-Earth mining due to its expertise in mineral exploration on Earth and potential opportunities for developing new technologies and practices for exploring and mining extraterrestrial resources.
The document discusses the International Astronomical Union's Global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), which focuses on using astronomy to benefit communities in Africa. The OAD's vision is for astronomy to help create a better world by mobilizing resources to realize astronomy's scientific, technological, and cultural benefits. It outlines OAD's roles in implementing strategic plans, coordinating activities, and facilitating funding and infrastructure to promote astronomy education, research, and public outreach.
Galaxy Forum Japan 2012 - Daigo Fugita (eng)ILOAHawaii
Leave a Nest's space education project engaged many people through a three-pronged approach:
1. The project combined passion ("Heart") with expertise ("System") to create specialist educators.
2. It designed an education program that gathered schools through workshops, plant observations, and student presentations. Over 3 years it engaged over 3,000 schools.
3. Positive publicity generated profits that provided support from companies and universities, allowing the project to become self-sustaining and grow into the next phase. The increasing media coverage helped expand the project's reach and engagement.
The document discusses the Pierre Auger Cosmic Ray Observatory's plans to build a test array in Lamar, Colorado to test technology, communication systems, and terrain needs for a larger array. Work on installing modules, testing electronics, and setting up the computer readout system at the 20 nodal points of the RDA test array is underway. The conclusion states that a year of full operation of the Auger North RDA test array will start to evaluate performance and seek necessary funding support.
The document discusses the Galaxy Forum event being held at Scarsdale High School on September 30th. It provides background on galaxies, noting they were first postulated by Galileo in 1610 and later observations by Hubble and Lemaître confirmed the expansion of the universe. It notes there are an estimated 100-400 billion stars in the Milky Way galaxy and the farthest confirmed galaxy is 13.4 billion light years away. The forum will discuss why the Milky Way galaxy should be a focus in the 21st century and the goal of galaxy education for all classes.
The Ad Astra Kansas Initiative began with Kansas's state motto "Ad Astra per Aspera" meaning "To the Stars through Difficulty". The initiative was founded in 2001 by Steve McVey to promote interstellar research and development in Kansas and recognize cutting edge space technology work being done in the state. Its goals are to promote the state motto's full potential and create a hub for space technology projects, networking, and education.
The document summarizes an event by the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA) held in Tokyo on November 10, 2012. It discusses ILOA's goals of establishing an international lunar observatory and facilitating 21st century education through space exploration. Key points include plans for ILOA precursor missions to the Moon in 2014 and beyond to conduct astronomical observations and technology demonstrations.
Galaxy Forum USA 2011 - Steve Durst, ILOAILOAHawaii
1) The International Lunar Observatory Association is presenting updates on its plans to establish an observatory on the lunar south pole at Malapert Mountain by 2014.
2) The observatory, called ILO-1, will conduct astrophysical observations of galaxies and search for exoplanets and signs of extraterrestrial life.
3) Additional bandwidth from the observatory's communications system not used for science data will be available commercially to support activities like internet services and advertising from the lunar surface.
Galaxy Forum China - Shanghai: ILOA Galaxy 1st Light Imaging and ExplorationILOAHawaii
The document summarizes an event for the International Lunar Observatory Association's Galaxy Forum 2011 in Shanghai, China. It provides details on the association and its goals of establishing an International Lunar Observatory by 2014 to image galaxies and search for life in the universe. It discusses the importance of galaxy education in the 21st century and lists galaxy education resources. Maps and images related to establishing an observatory at the lunar south pole are also presented.
Galaxy Forum Hawaii 2011 Hilo - Phil MerrellILOAHawaii
The document discusses the International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA), a Hawaii-based non-profit dedicated to establishing observatories on the Moon. ILOA has 3 main missions: ILO-1 to establish an observation outpost at the lunar south pole by 2014; a precursor mission by 2014; and a future human service mission. ILOA also organizes annual Galaxy Forums around the world to advance space education and aims to extend Hawaii's leadership in astronomy to the Moon.
The document discusses plans for a new astronomical observatory called the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) to be located on Mauna Kea in Hawaii. It describes some of the exciting discoveries made by existing observatories on Mauna Kea like Keck and CFHT. It outlines key aspects of the planned TMT, including its large 30-meter mirror, advanced adaptive optics to correct for atmospheric distortions, and its potential to enable new studies in the formation of stars and planets and the nature of the early universe.
The International Lunar Observatory Association is a Hawaii-based non-profit dedicated to establishing observatories on the Moon. It has three main missions: ILO-1, a polar observation mission planned for 2014; a precursor mission by 2014 to test technologies; and a future human service mission. The presentation provided details on the planned locations and objectives of the ILO-1 and precursor missions, and discussed why education about and awareness of the Milky Way Galaxy is important. Images and information were presented on current lunar observation capabilities and the local stellar neighborhood to motivate further lunar observation efforts.
The Kansas state motto "Ad Astra per Aspera" meaning "To the stars through difficulty" was proposed in 1859 by John James Ingalls and adopted. In 2001, Steve Durst proposed creating the Ad Astra Kansas Initiative to promote the motto through supporting space technology research and recognizing cutting edge work in Kansas. In 2011, the initiative formally established itself as the Ad Astra Kansas Foundation nonprofit with a board of directors and bylaws to further its goals of advancing space research and education.
Galaxy Forum Kansas 2012 - Vicki JohnsonILOAHawaii
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Vicki S. Johnson, an engineering specialist at Cessna Aircraft Company. The presentation discussed her work as principal investigator for a NASA contract involving developing protective skins for composite airliners to reduce fuel consumption by 70% by 2035. It provided background on the project, which developed a conceptual 2035 airplane design using composite materials, advanced engines, drag reduction, and protective outer skins. It summarized testing of the protective skin concept and next steps. The document also included biographical details about Dr. Johnson's educational and career path in aerospace engineering.
The document summarizes plans for the International Lunar Observatory Association's (ILOA) 2012 activities, including the Galaxy Forum USA conference on July 4th in San Jose, California. The ILOA plans four lunar missions - ILO-1 polar mission in 2015, ILO-X precursor mission by 2014, involvement in Chang'e 3's galaxy imaging in 2013, and a future human service mission. The goals are wide-ranging scientific observations and expanding global education on galaxy science. The ILOA headquarters will be based in Hawaii to support its vision of a global lunar observatory network.
ILOA Presentation - Galaxy Forum BeijingILOAHawaii
The document summarizes plans for an international conference on galaxy education to be held in Beijing, China. It also provides information about the International Lunar Observatory Association and its plans to establish an observatory on the lunar surface to conduct astronomical research and commercial activities.
This document discusses galaxies and our cosmic future. It begins by describing our own Milky Way galaxy and showing images of other galaxies, including spiral and elliptical galaxies. It then discusses galaxy luminosity functions and observations made using large telescopes. The document concludes by noting it was presented by Charles Liu at the American Museum of Natural History on September 23, 2011 and was about galaxies and our cosmic future.
The document discusses the importance and future of mineral exploration and mining in space. It argues that mining will be essential for humanity's continued advancement as we explore the moon, Mars, and beyond. Canada is well-positioned to play a leading role in off-Earth mining due to its expertise in mineral exploration on Earth and potential opportunities for developing new technologies and practices for exploring and mining extraterrestrial resources.
The document discusses the International Astronomical Union's Global Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), which focuses on using astronomy to benefit communities in Africa. The OAD's vision is for astronomy to help create a better world by mobilizing resources to realize astronomy's scientific, technological, and cultural benefits. It outlines OAD's roles in implementing strategic plans, coordinating activities, and facilitating funding and infrastructure to promote astronomy education, research, and public outreach.
Galaxy Forum Japan 2012 - Daigo Fugita (eng)ILOAHawaii
Leave a Nest's space education project engaged many people through a three-pronged approach:
1. The project combined passion ("Heart") with expertise ("System") to create specialist educators.
2. It designed an education program that gathered schools through workshops, plant observations, and student presentations. Over 3 years it engaged over 3,000 schools.
3. Positive publicity generated profits that provided support from companies and universities, allowing the project to become self-sustaining and grow into the next phase. The increasing media coverage helped expand the project's reach and engagement.
The document discusses the Pierre Auger Cosmic Ray Observatory's plans to build a test array in Lamar, Colorado to test technology, communication systems, and terrain needs for a larger array. Work on installing modules, testing electronics, and setting up the computer readout system at the 20 nodal points of the RDA test array is underway. The conclusion states that a year of full operation of the Auger North RDA test array will start to evaluate performance and seek necessary funding support.
The document discusses the Galaxy Forum event being held at Scarsdale High School on September 30th. It provides background on galaxies, noting they were first postulated by Galileo in 1610 and later observations by Hubble and Lemaître confirmed the expansion of the universe. It notes there are an estimated 100-400 billion stars in the Milky Way galaxy and the farthest confirmed galaxy is 13.4 billion light years away. The forum will discuss why the Milky Way galaxy should be a focus in the 21st century and the goal of galaxy education for all classes.
The document summarizes the status and plans of the East Asian Observatory (EAO). It discusses that EAO was established in 2014 as an Asian counterpart to the European Southern Observatory. Currently, EAO operates the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope and partners on projects like the Event Horizon Telescope. EAO aims to construct next-generation instruments and expand membership to all of Asia by making countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia observers or partners. The document also presents results from two studies using EAO facilities and discusses the status and proposal to grow EAO collaboration across Asian regions.
AAO2_ITB SlidesAstronomy In Indonesia.pptxILOAHawaii
This document summarizes astronomy-related institutions and education in Indonesia. It discusses:
- Key astronomy departments and facilities in Indonesia, including at ITB and ITERA.
- The education and research focus of the ITB astronomy department, including their telescope facilities.
- Plans to build a new 3.8m telescope on Mount Timau for optical and infrared astronomy research.
- Motivations and plans for developing radio astronomy capabilities in Indonesia, including joining the global VLBI network.
The document summarizes the next decade of astronomical development in Thailand from 2020-2030. It discusses establishing new observatories and telescopes, including a 40m radio telescope and a 13m VGOS telescope. It also outlines plans for the Princess Sirindhorn AstroPark, which will include facilities like a planetarium, public observatory, and advanced innovation center. Another major initiative is the Thai Space Consortium, which aims to develop Thailand's space industry and capabilities through projects like a scientific research satellite and a lunar orbiter satellite called TSC-2, which would be Thailand's first moon mission. The goal is for Thailand to become a world-renowned leader in astronomy, technology, and innovation.
This document provides an overview of astronomy in Vietnam. It discusses the following:
- Active researchers in astronomy are limited to a few universities and research centers, primarily working in radio astronomy using archived data from collaborations.
- Vietnam joined the East Asia Observatory in 2017, allowing Vietnamese astronomers to use its facilities like the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope.
- Outreach includes amateur astronomy clubs and planetariums to introduce the public to astronomy. Two new science centers are being built to further public education.
- Vietnam has two optical telescopes and is developing its space capabilities through projects like the Vietnam Space Center and satellites like LOTUSat-1, aiming to support disaster monitoring and climate change research.
- The document discusses upcoming lunar missions from 2022-2026 that will expand commercial communications networks and establish observation outposts on the moon. These include missions led by Atlas Space Operations, Goonhilly Earth Station, Intuitive Machines, Nokia, Maxar/Dynetics, and various space agencies.
- It specifically outlines the Precursor ILO-X payload that will be carried on the Intuitive Machines IM-1 launch in late 2022/2023. This payload will take images of the Milky Way galaxy from the moon's surface and also broadcast data files back to Earth to test lunar communication capabilities.
- The International Lunar Observatory Association is working to develop more advanced observation and
The International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA) is a non-profit founded in 2007 with the goal of expanding human understanding of the cosmos through observation from the Moon. ILOA has 5 planned Moon missions between 2020-2023, including the ILO-X precursor mission in March 2022. This mission will conduct the first galaxy imaging and astronomy experiments from the lunar surface using a small payload delivered by Intuitive Machines. Long term, ILOA aims to establish the first long-term observational facility on the Moon to advance space exploration and 21st century education worldwide.
This document discusses traditional and modern Hawaiian astronomy, as well as upcoming astronomy projects in Hawaii. It covers traditional Hawaiian practices like voyaging starlines and the Hawaiian lunar calendar. For modern astronomy, it mentions Pōwehi, 'Oumuamua, and Pōniuʻāena. Upcoming projects highlighted include ILO-X, DKIST, TMT, MSE, and GEMMA. The document also references faces of Hawaiian astronomy.
Future of Maunakea Astronomy & Strategic Timelines this DecadeILOAHawaii
The document discusses the future of astronomy on Maunakea over the next decade as the 1968 Master Lease agreement is set to be renewed. It outlines important timelines and considerations for the renewal process, including the need to complete an EIS, management plan update, and negotiate new terms and conditions. The renewal has broad implications and could impact ground-based astronomy globally this century if major new facilities and programs are uncertain of long-term access. Litigation presents a high risk that could jeopardize the productivity and future of Maunakea astronomy.
Historical lunar motion theories by Jacek Szubiakowski ILOAHawaii
This document summarizes historical lunar motion theories and lunar samples housed at the Olsztyn Planetarium and Astronomical Observatory. It discusses the theories of Hipparchus, Ptolemy, Ibn al-Shatir, and Copernicus. It also notes that Nicolaus Copernicus resided in the Olsztyn castle for four years. The observatory houses lunar rocks from the Apollo 11 mission, making it the only location in Poland with lunar samples from the mission. Research has used local soil as a simulant for lunar soil in engineering applications.
Educating Space Architects & Moonbase Designers by Sandra Haeuplik-MeusburgerILOAHawaii
The document describes space architecture education programs at the Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) from 2012-2020. It discusses design studios focused on developing concepts for a Moon village, space stations on the Moon, and a Mars Science City. Students in these studios worked with guest lecturers from space agencies and companies to create architectural proposals. The TU Wien programs analyzed research, provided lectures and workshops, and resulted in prototype development and testing to educate future space architects and base designers.
The document discusses plans for astronomy from the Moon. It describes how the Moon provides advantages as a shield from Earth and Sun, radio quietness on the far side, and permanent darkness in polar craters. The International Lunar Observatory Association outlines several current and planned missions to conduct astronomy from the Moon, including ongoing imaging with Chang'e-3 and planned missions to the lunar south pole. Several countries have ambitious plans over the next decade to conduct further lunar exploration and astronomy, establishing a long term human presence on the Moon.
The document discusses how the lunar surface preserves an astronomically important record in ancient lunar soil (palaeoregoliths). Volatiles can survive in these ancient soils, providing information about astrophysical processes from the past. The document presents two methods for accessing these ancient soils - examining outcrops and drilling - and argues that research outposts on the lunar surface could provide important scientific infrastructure to study the lunar record of astrophysical events.
The document summarizes the Space Generation Congress 2021 event which was held online due to the pandemic. It had 143 delegates from 53 countries who participated in 14 hours of keynote speeches, 7 workshops led by 50 subject matter experts. While the in-person event was cancelled, the organization continued hosting webinars and published past keynotes. They also provide information on scholarships, job opportunities, and mentoring programs on their website.
The document discusses plans to convert an existing 32-meter satellite dish in Greece called ThermopYlae into a radio telescope. It was originally used for telecommunications but is now part of a global effort to repurpose large satellite antennas for radio astronomy research. The document outlines work already completed, such as preliminary measurements and collaborations. Future plans include upgrading receivers, implementing new control systems, and using ThermopYlae for single dish observations and inclusion in radio interferometry networks to help detect astrophysical sources. The document also discusses broader topics like conducting radio astronomy from the moon to study the early universe.
Puli space snooping_for_water_iloa_gfe_2020 tibor pacherILOAHawaii
Puli Space Technologies is a company founded in 2010 that is developing small payloads and instruments to detect water and other resources on the lunar surface. They have field tested prototypes, won NASA challenges, and are working to raise their technology readiness level. Their Puli Lunar Water Snooper uses neutron spectroscopy to detect hydrogen and infer water content in lunar regolith. They plan to fly their instruments on upcoming commercial lunar missions starting in 2021.
The document discusses the potential for lunar ultraviolet observatories. It notes that the Moon provides a stable location with no atmosphere to observe UV radiation from sources like the intergalactic medium, exoplanets, and the Earth's magnetosphere and exosphere. A proposed mission called EarthASAP would use a cubesat in lunar orbit to produce the first 3D map of the Earth's exosphere and monitor interactions between the Earth and solar wind. Such observations from the Moon's perspective could provide important data for studying exoplanets and space weather effects. The document outlines the science goals and technological requirements for EarthASAP and lunar UV observatories more broadly.
Foing vienna astromoon galaxy forum 18 sept 2020ILOAHawaii
This document discusses astronomy projects from the Moon including:
1) Robotic telescopes could observe from the Moon in all wavelengths without atmospheric interference and study the solar system.
2) The ExoGeoLab project developed a lunar lander and remote-controlled telescope to demonstrate astronomy and remote supervision from the Moon.
3) Upcoming projects include the Chang'E 3 telescope on the Moon, radio astronomy from orbiters and small landers, and future observatories at human outposts. Liquid mirror telescopes are also proposed to take advantage of the Moon's environment.
26. 国际评估
LAM ST
O
LAM ST 将会是一个适合于研究广泛领域中重
O
大天体物理问题的世界级巡天设备。
鉴于其集光面积和光纤数目, LAM ST 潜在的
O
功能将比 SD 数字巡天和 2dF 高出 10 到 15
SS
倍。如果能达到了这样高的指标,它将是一个
巨大的飞越,并打开了一个广阔的“探索空
间”。
LAM ST 将会有非常好的科学产出。望远镜一
O
定能够在河外天文学与银河系天文学方面产生
世界级的研究成果。
28. Richrd Ellis ,美国加州理工学院技术研
究所天文学部的斯蒂尔教授、光学天文台
台长,曾任英国剑桥大学天文研究所所长
。。。 光谱是天文研究中最重要的一个方面。有些人
没有注意到过去的 5 年中许多成像巡天望远镜
Multi-object spectroscopic has rich heritage but it only goes back to about 1970s on large
telescopes. My first encounter with LAMOST project was when I was in Cambridge England, and we
的开始投入使用,… 但是我们还是不断地意识
had a visitation from Chinese astronomers who were proposing the LAMOST project, the extremely
exciting ambitious, and during the time the England involved in the 2dF red shift survey which
到我们需要光谱信息才能深入研究天体。现在
was a modest 400 fibers on a 4m telescope. If I can just agress a moment we have seen so much
discovery space with the 2dF survey and it is comparative survey in United States for Sloan
中国天文界在大视场光谱巡天方面占据了强有
Digital Sky Survey. But it shows us so much value in spectroscopy. I think spectroscopy is a
fundamental aspect of astronomy. Someone neglected over the last 5 years we commissioned the
力的位置,足以让国际天文同行羡慕中国可以
large numbers of imaging telescopes, the PanStarrs, the Dark Energy Survey, VISTA UK infrared
survey, huge investment in imaging. And time to time again, we learned we need spectra to
充分利用这些新的成像巡天观测结果。
interpret the objects. And Chinese astronomy is now in tremendously powerful position to for
international envying in China to exploit these new imaging surveys. I am fully confident I have
been in a workshop that Chinese astronomy was rised for the challenge of making the extremely
important collaborate adventures with the international astronomy.
。。。
37. 河外星系光谱巡天
Spectroscopic Surveys in the NGC of 7700 sq
degrees (SDSS sky) and in the SGC of about
3500 sq degrees:
Galaxies of r<19.5 in 3700 sq deg; 90 min ;
Galaxies of r<18.8 in the rest 7500 sq deg ;
30 min
Luminous Red Galaxies (LRGs) of ideV<20.0
;
QSOs of i<20.5, combining UKIDSS if
available;
A data base of 7 million extragalactic spectra
41. Simulations of NGC LRGs 距今 42亿
年
SLOAN 2
Tw
SLOAN 2
o-poi nt CF
距今 67亿
年
LAMOST LAMOST
赤道两侧 3度范围内的亮红
Cheng LI 星系的分布情况(模拟)
42. Constraining the EOS of dark energy,
e.g.,w(z)=w0+w1 z/(1+z)
Wang,X, Chen,X et al. Hong LI et al.
43. QSO sample
Since part of the QSO sample is based on
UKIDSS , it is very useful for studying
obscured quasars, testing the unified model
of AGN and constraining the growth history
of super massive black holes;
Will probably detect the luminosity
dependence of QSO clustering, and be very
powerful to study the coevolution of
galaxies and central black holes
Will be an ideal sample to explore DE at
z=2;
58. 高速星( HVS )
估计银河系中共有约 1000 颗高
速星, 2005 年在 SDSS 巡天
光谱中发现了第一个后,到目
前共发现了 10 几颗。
高速星:银河系中心黑洞、暗
物质的引力势
LAM ST 将发现超过 50 颗
O
高速星 .
MPIA, January 09
59. Anticenter Survey
In the region |b|<30°, 150°<l<210°:
(1) We will use a weighted random selection of 2MASS
objects with J<15.8. Proper motion and color may be
used in the weighted selection. About one in five
objects will be observed, making sure that each
population of stellar type is well sampled statistically.
The goals of the anticenter survey are to study the
composition, kinematics and structure of the thin and
thick disks and their interface with the halo; and to
study disk substructure (including streams). F main
sequence stars will be observed to six kiloparsecs
from the Sun (fourteen kpc from the Galactic center).
61. Disk Survey
Select bright stars (V<16) from GSC II, with
positions from 2MASS and proper motions
from UCAC3. We will not use dereddened
magnitudes for bright stars near the Galactic
plane. Note that very bright stars in GSC II
overlap with the Tycho 2 catalog, which will
supply position and proper motions without
additional cross-matching.
62. In the region |b|<20°, 20°<l<230° (but little data
for l<80°):
(1) Select all bright O, B, T Tauri, and HH stars
from a special list of known objects.
(2) Within 0.5° radius of any open cluster, select
only stars with proper motion, color, magnitude
consistent with cluster membership (these
object lists may be generated from separate
special catalogs).
(3) Observe bright (V<12) K and M stars from the
Tycho 2 catalog.
(4) Randomly select stars from the magnitude-
limited sample.