Chasing space notes by Asadali Dalal

suripabbathi — 2023-05-09 21:12:24 UTC

Summary: In this video, "Time to Science what is NASA? It talks about when Nasa became to be what we know as Nasa today. The video also talks about the different projects that Nasa has done such as Project Mercury. To add on, the video also talks about how Nasa is influencing the world for the better. This relates to Nasa because it shows how Nasa is doing right now and what is happening. My main idea is that Nasa Is making the world a better place every step of the way.
Relates to my book: I think the video relates to the book because Leland Melvin was training at Nasa to become an astronaut. This video helped me understand what Nasa does.

What is it like to be deaf?

2023-05-09 22:19:56 UTC

Summary: In this video two people explains the different kinds of deaf levels and people. The people also explain what types of different education some deaf people might go through. The video also explains how deaf people might hear certain specific noises or nothing at all. The video explains different cultures, traditions, and languages deaf people might have as well. It also mentions how people can become deaf due to many reasons and how it works inside of your body. The main idea in this video is that there are many different deaf people who have many different experiences with their hearing loss. This connects to the book Chasing Space because it helps the reader understand what Leland was being told when he learned he was deaf and what kind of deafness he was experiencing.

Day 1 rank: 1

marinabarber — 2023-05-09 22:50:13 UTC

Summary: In this video "An astronaut is injured in outer space... you have 30 hours to help him," It talks about how being in space even without an injury can be dangerous for your health. It can also be dangerous because many things can happen in space. It also states how students and adults work to find solutions to some of the problems in space. Some people go to competitions for things like this, where they have to design a prototype for helping injuries in space and to help prevent injuries in space. The article also talks about how in space your bones slow down, or stop formation completely, and this could make injuries in space even more possible. My main idea is that injuries in space can be very bad, and they could happen very easily,but many people are trying to help prevent it, or if it happens, then treat it without coming down from space. This connects to the book because Leland has many injuries from his football time and he needs all his body fluids and proteins to live.

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adamchai — 2023-05-09 22:57:45 UTC

Summary:This video teaches us many of the ways Astronauts get ready for space.
Astronauts are required to simulate life on the moon. They shine lights that emulate the light on the moon, practice the activities that they are required to do, and so much more!

Additionally, scientists and astronauts work on the equipment. At 5:24 in this video, they discuss how the suits are not perfect and that scientists need to fix it. Scientists modify the suits so that many problems are fixed.

The moon has less gravity and makes you feel weightless. Astronauts are ready for this because they practice in a similar environment, underwater. The ocean has little-to-no gravity, so it is a perfect place to practice.

In conclusion, scientists and astronauts work together to fix problems and eventually achieve near-impossible tasks!

This connects to our story because Leland Melvin must complete this training. With this information, we may understand what Leland Melvin had to go through.

What is the purpose of a Space Stations?(medium

asadalidalal — 2023-05-09 23:54:52 UTC

This short article by "pbs.org," tells us about the purpose of space stations and why they are essential. It tells us how space stations befit us and how they will advance our medicine and technology. It also tells us valuable information about space and other things. Space stations can be really helpful if we really need them. In the article by "pbs.org" they tell us all about what space stations are what we learn inside of them, and how they can help humans thrive longer. This relates to the book because in the book they tell us the technology they use for training and in this article, it tells us what technology they use in space stations. They are mostly the same things.

All about Space Shuttles Rank:1

2023-05-10 01:35:06 UTC

Summary: In this article, the Nasa Tv people wrote about how and what the space shuttle is and why it is used for space. They write about how the space shuttle made astronauts accomplish their dream goals, what parts they needed to create the space shuttle, and also how it was possible for it to launch and land. This article explains a lot about Space Shuttle and is very useful if you need to learn about it. These people write this information to inform the reader that it's more than just a rocket, without that it would be tough to go into space. A central idea that the author is trying to form is that Astronauts accomplish goals that no one would ever be able to achieve, and an accomplishment they overcame was space shuttles. Even if people would give negative comments and discourage them, they kept on going and never gave up until they achieved what they wanted to.
Relate to my book: My book is about Leland Melvin and how he accomplished many goals that he never thought of because of a new invention called space shuttle, and this article helps me further my understanding about what a space shuttle is and how it works.

Day 1: Intro (4 second hardest)

siyonabalyan — 2023-05-10 02:35:35 UTC

Summary: in the radio stating news article thing WBUR a it tells us all about Leland Melvin. Leland Melvin was an American engineer and NASA astronaut. He was born 1964. Leland started his career as a wide receiver in the NFL from 1982 to 1985. He stopped playing in the NFL due to a hamstring injury, evidence that shows this from the article WBUR states, " but then cut him after he was slowed by a hamstring injury". Leland became an astronaut in 1998. You may be thinking that at NASA he wont get hurt like he did while playing football well that's incorrect. Leland had a severe injury while his time training at NASA. This injury left him completely deaf. although he didn't completely get his hearing back several years later it did and then he got back into space. This shows that even though his life had many ups and downs and obstacles he is still and inspiration to many people. In Conclusion Leland Melvin went through many Obstacles and he never gave up. That's why he is still so successful and inspiring to many individuals. in the website LelandMelvin.com the author reveals the careers that Leland had, and explains what positions he played in his careers. In the article WBUR the author exposes the many obstacles that Leland faced, the author also presents the way Leland came over those obstacles.
i think this article relates to my book because it talks about how Leland overcame challenges just like in my book. this furthers my understanding because it tells me more about his background than the book does. and it helps me understand his point of view.
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WBUR
https://www.wbur.org/

Take a tour of the space station! (easy

asadalidalal — 2023-05-10 14:55:38 UTC

This video, tells us about what is inside space stations. The show, also tells us a little about how this space station works. Some space stations have really high-tech things to use to learn about space. When the space stations come back down to Earth they have a kite attached to them so they could glide down safely. In the video "Take a Tour of the Space Station" by SciShow Kids they tell us almost exactly what happens in a space station, and why they are there in the first place. This relates to the book because it tells us what the people do to get into the space station this needs a lot of training to do this job, and Leland needs a lot of training to go to space.

What are some of the levels of hearing loss and how do they work?

2023-05-10 14:59:37 UTC

Summary: In this article it explains the different stages or levels of hearing loss people may experience. The article explains how the 5 different levels of hearing loss work and affect a person. The article also mentions how you can get your hearing loss treated. It tells the reader extra important facts about hearing loss and its effects. It also explains how the different stages of hearing loss feel/sound for some people. The main idea of this article is about the 5 different stages of hearing loss and how it affects different types of people. This connects to the book Chasing Space because it helps explain what kind of hearing loss Leland Melvin might have experienced. This helps the reader gain a deeper understanding of how bad Leland's hearing loss actually is.

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adamchai — 2023-05-10 15:19:41 UTC

At Johnson space center, people who want to be astronauts undergo a very, very, competitive selection process. Once the astronauts are selected, they have to complete 2 years worth of training.

After their 2 years of training, they learn how to fly. Many of them are schooled in shuttles and space station systems. They learn Earth sciences, meteorology, space science, and engineering. Not only that, but they practice land/water survival, aircraft operations, and scuba diving.

there are 2 types of astronauts, pilots and mission specialists. They do different things. Pilot astronauts are assigned to fly the shuttle and command missions. Mission specialists are the flight engineers. They conduct spacewalks, perform robotics tasks, and conduct research.

In conclusion, astronauts have to go through vigorous training sessions. But soon, once they become astronauts, it would all pay off.

This connects to our story because Leland Melvin must complete this training. With this information, we may understand what Leland Melvin had to go through.

The space shuttles last flight Rank:4

2023-05-10 15:22:35 UTC

Summary: In this video, the astronauts tell you about how life was living in space, how exciting it was to float in air. The first time they went on a Space Shuttle, they were happy to be a part of the last one. As they were starting their new journey, they also became friends and had a great time with each other. It was such an important mission because NASA people wanted to show everyone what they accomplished and/or achieved. This video also explains how after they landed on Earth, they knew it would be over, so they didn't want to leave the Space Shuttle. It shows how much love and affection they put towards this and how they had a great time. The main idea of this video is about how the astronauts really care about changing the world and discovering new things.
Relate to my book: My book is about Leland Melvin becoming an astronaut and how he wanted to make change just like any other astronauts. How every moment in that space shuttle was the best moment they ever had. The space shuttle made him feel a part of others and feel equal. This helps me further my understanding about how much space shuttles mean to astronauts.

Day 2: NFL career (2 second easiest)

siyonabalyan — 2023-05-10 18:23:59 UTC

summary: in the video "from NFL player to NASA astronaut" i explains all about Leland's life with football. Leland starting to love and play football at the age of only 7 years old. then in 1996 he was drafted as a wide receiver by the Detroit lion in the 11th round. Although Leland had a great life he did face a major injury while in the NFL. Leland Melvin faced a horrible hamstring injury. In the article "Detroit free press" it states "Pulled his hamstring early in camp that year." this shows that Leland did face many life changing injuries in his life. in the video" from NFL player to NASA astronaut" the author exposes how Leland Melvin played in the NFL. and explains how Leland got hurt while playing.
I think that this relates to my book because it shows how Leland Melvin stopped playing football, and how important it is to his life.

Day 2 rank: 3

marinabarber — 2023-05-10 18:51:13 UTC

Summary: Being in space for a very long time can cause things to happen to your body, especially your brain. When things like these happen it can take proteins away from your body and when you get down back to earth, your proteins enter back into your blood stream. Some other proteins enter your body in space and then decrease below the starting level from before the astronauts went into space. Some people who go into space get a sticky protein that makes a clump on your brain and is associated with Alzheimer disease. Main Idea: Some people can get really sick if they go into space and when they come down it can get better. This relates to the book because if you go into space with an injury it could get worse because you have to be in swift condition in space and Leland is not.

Every Worker in NASA is important

2023-05-11 00:20:29 UTC

Summary: This video shows these three NASA employees. Paula Cain is a thermal blanket technician. This means that she builds custom thermal blankets for satellites. Joy Ng tells stories about NASA's Earth and heliophysics research. Geronimo Villanueva specializes in the search for organic molecules on Mars and Ice Bodies. The main idea in this video is that there are many different people working for NASA, and all of them are important. This relates to the book because there were a lot of people that will help Leland Melvin get to space.

Doctors in NASA

2023-05-11 00:56:08 UTC

This article is about the importance of doctors in NASA. Although it takes 12-14 years of school, it really does help NASA. The doctors have to make sure that the astronauts are ready to fly. The article has a picture of Chris Cassidy being carried to the medical tent after he landed in their Soyuz TMA-08M capsule in a remote area near the town of Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan. This happened on September 11, 2013. There is another image that shows an ISS crew member getting medical help on a helicopter. This article mainly focuses on the preparation of being a NASA doctor, what they do, and how they are important. This relates to the book because Leland Melvin needed a medical professional when he had a problem with his ears during training.

Ranked 1

suripabbathi — 2023-05-11 15:12:52 UTC

Summary: In this article, "NASA Facts for Kids" the article shows the different types of projects such as Project Mercury, the Apollo program, the space shuttle program, and more. The article also talks about Nasa's future going to Jupiter. The main idea is that Nasa commits to the projects that they want to complete.
Connections to my book: This connects to my book because my book talks about Nasa. The article helped me understand the different projects that NASA does.

3. The NFL's "Race Norming"

2023-05-11 22:45:44 UTC

In the article, "The NFL’s Racist ‘Race Norming’ Is an Afterlife of Slavery" the author describes that many black people have experienced the same form of racism in the NFL and explains how the NFL's "race norming" is like the "afterlife of slavery". One of the example of why NFL's "race norming" is an issue is that many black people do not get proper health care or the same health care that white people do in the NFL. The article explains that many football players have made accusations towards the NFL for not providing proper health care after concussions and other injuries. The article says that "Black retirees, who are overrepresented in the number of former players, staked legitimate claims about their impaired health after risking their minds and bodies for this American sport. Bottom line: the race norming practice limited Black players’ access to the compensation they were rightfully owed." This shows how it was not just one black person's issue but that many black people were facing the same racist problem from the NFL. Another example of why the NFL's "race norming" is an issue is because it is like "the afterlife of slavery." The NFL is purposely being racist and mistreating people of color and is assuming things about them before hand just from their skin color. They are putting people's lives in danger just because of the color of their skin which is so similar to slavery. The NFL is treating people differently because of how they look which is exactly what the problem of slavery and segregation was.
Main Idea #3: The last reason that the NFL's "race norming" is wrong is because there are many things that may seem little but are extremely racist and wrong that happen in the NFL. The NFL may make assumptions that black players are worse than white players or will not give them proper treatment/pay. The article states that "The ways that Black football players navigate their time as current and former NFL athletes point to the continued social inequities that plague the league beyond claims of anti-Black racism. This is the same league whose cheerleaders accused it of gender discrimination." This shows that the NFL has never really been nice to black players and that black football players deserve more than they get. This is important because people should be aware of racism in college sports, should help give people the treatment they deserve, and should promote fairness/equality.This connects to Chasing Space by Leland Melvin because it shows what kind of racism he might have experienced when he was aiming for a football career. It helps the reader understand what he went through for his football career.

1. Racism explained

2023-05-11 23:21:16 UTC

Watch time: 0:48-2:51
In the video "Let's talk about racism" the narrator shows how racism happens in many unfair ways without people even being able to notice it and explains what racism actually means at a deeper level. Racism is a type of discrimination against a group or groups of people because of how they look, their culture, clothing, and more. Racism is not okay and still happens even though there are many laws all over the world that are specifically against it. In a lot of countries most people are discriminated against because of the color of their skin though that should not matter. That would be a form or type of racism. Racism occurs in many ways and sometimes you may not even see it happening when it's right in front of you. There are many different ways of spotting racism like if someone is saying mean or derogatory terms, is bullying someone, or is not allowing them to practice their culture. These are all forms of racism that should not be done and if you can stand up for the person who is being bullied. Racism can be very hurtful towards those who experience it. People who experience racism might feel anxious, scared, or unwanted in their society. When people get discriminated against just because of being themselves they might feel alone and that shouldn't happen. Racism can happen in many different ways and can affect others very deeply. This is important because if continue discriminating against our kind people will continue feeling alone and there will be no kindness left in the world. Racism is wrong and should be stopped. This connects to the book Chasing Space by Leland Melvin because it helps the reader understand how Leland was judged and discriminated against because he was a black football player. This also helps explain how racism affected Leland and how it almost cost him his scholarship.

Space shuttle Rank:3

2023-05-11 23:34:37 UTC

  In the article, "Space Shuttle" the author explains how astronauts began to accomplish their goals of finding more about space and studying more deep into it. Astronauts put so much effort towards learning about space because they want to show the world what they can do. This article talks about the parts that were needed and the history behind it. All of the parts are important, but the main section of the space shuttle is the most and was called the orbitor, so that means if something happens to it, a big consequence will occur. That part was main because the orbiter carried the crew and cargo. Like an airplane, it had wings and a tail. All together, the system weighed 4.4 million pounds (2 million kilograms) and stood 184 feet (56 meters) high. If one single thing went wrong, something bad would happen and the whole plan would crash and burn. In order for the astronauts to land on Earth, everything had to go by plan or else it's over. During a launch, austronauts were not the only ones working hard, the machines were as well. The orbitor had to do jobs no one else can, and if something happens to it, it would be over. On every mission, astronauts onboard carried out scientific experiments. They released satellites that the shuttle had brought from Earth. At the end of a mission, the orbiter returned to Earth and landed like an airplane. There are many different kinds of history astronauts have for every discovery or adventure in space, but the big history for all the astronauts was that it would end the shuttle program in 2011. Atlantis carried out the final shuttle mission, during July 8–21, 2011. Space Shuttles is something that all astronauts wanted to be on and achieve something with the whole new adventure. 
Relate to my book:This article connects to my book because the article talks about what happened before with the space shuttles which is also what Leland went through before experiencing going in a space shuttle.

https://starlust.org/how-do-astronauts-train-for-zero-gravity-environments/

adamchai — 2023-05-12 02:08:48 UTC

Langley Research Center Workers

2023-05-12 03:05:51 UTC

In the article, "About NASA Langley Research Center," the author shows the different types of workers and explains what they do. There are two main types of workers; Engineers and Researchers. The researchers in the Langley Research Center study the air and different atmospheres in space and on Earth. Engineers in the Langley Research Center use the information given by the researchers to make space crafts for the future, so one day, we could live on other planets. These two types of workers in the Langley Research Center are really important because they could change our lives one day. This connects to our book because a worker from Langley Research Center named Rosa Webster met Leland Melvin and got him a job at the Langley Research Center.

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adamchai — 2023-05-12 03:06:55 UTC

In this article, the author introduces the different ways that astronauts trained for space and explained the different changes that occurred overtime.

This all started in 1950. It was hypothesized that microgravity in space could be simulated in airplanes. Soon, however, it was true. The air force began training astronauts. Zero gravity corporation took over this program and used a modified Boeing 747 called the Gforce1. Astronauts have been trained for microgravity ever since. although many people have a chance of getting sick .(known as the vomit comet), it is very important for astronauts for it helps them get used to space activities/life. Soon, astronauts started using adapted space suits to adequate weight and other important things.

In conclusion, zero-gravity environments are used to help astronauts train for space and are constantly changing- for the better. This connects to our book because Leland must go through this training process.

Day 3: NASA career (1 easiest)

siyonabalyan — 2023-05-12 03:29:19 UTC

In the article "How I overcame disability to become a NASA astronaut" the author exposes Leland's life working with NASA and explains how Leland overcame the fact that he was deaf.
Leland Melvin at a very young age loved science, and chemistry when his mom once bought him a chemistry set, that's why he wanted to be an astronaut at a very young age. eventually in 1998 he was accepted by NASA. His position was a mission specialist on STS-122.
When Leland Melvin trained to go into space he had an accident while he was training in a 300 pound space suit, because of this accident it cost Leland all of his hearing. When this happened NASA told Leland that he would never fly in space. he got back a little bit of hearing from his right ear and NASA didn't know what to do with Leland. he got sent to Washington to work in education.
Leland went through a pretty hard life, his friends died in a space accident and the dad of one of his friends told his to go into space and continue his legacy, he was stumped he didn't know how because he couldn't fly into space. The chief eventually signs a waver for Leland to fly into space and thats exactly what he did.
connection to the book: i think this connect to my book because it helps me understand more about how he got back into training after he lost his hearing.

(In 2021) Ranked 2

suripabbathi — 2023-05-12 14:59:04 UTC

Summary: In the video, "NASA’s 2021 Included Mars Landing, First Flight, Artemis, More" the narrator shows the different types of missions/projects that Nasa has accomplished in 2021. One example, of a mission that Nasa completed in the video is Project Mercury. This project was able to help them figure out things about Meurucy that they needed to know. Nasa was able to still do work when covid was still happening. This shows that they were motivated to not let covid stop them from staying as a business. While there is still so much to learn and figure out about the different projects and missions Nasa has completed, Nasa has completed so much in the year that covid was taking place.
Relates to my book: I think this vidoe relates to my book because my book always refreces to different mission and projects that Nasa has completed. This video helped me understand the different things Nasa has accomplished in the year that covid was taking place.

The international space station (easy

asadalidalal — 2023-05-12 15:07:41 UTC

The main idea of this video is that they are explaining exactly what they are doing in the international space station. In the space station, they are trying to grow food faster with a certain type of technology that might just change everything we know. In the space station, they are finding things that we can't find, they also show us how the space station works. In the video "International Space Station" the people in the space station show us how everything works and how they are trying to grow food faster with technology, this could change everything we know.

How the Orbiter Vehicle works Rank:2

2023-05-12 15:13:35 UTC

Summary: In the video, "Space Shuttle Inside", the author examines how Space Shuttles are an important invention that NASA created, and with it they experienced what it was like in space. NASA was able to accomplish many goals with the Space Shuttle. However they did have problems along the way, but that still didn't stop them. They would find out what the problem is and try again, no matter what. Space Shuttle's parts are very important that if one doesn't work or if it breaks, everything will go wrong. If they didn't have a piece for making the Space Shuttle, they can't continue unless they find, or get another one of that. This is important because they learned new things from not only the parts of the Space Shuttle, but what they achieved by going to space inside of it.
Relate to my book: This relates to my book because Leland needed to learn all about the orbiter parts in order for him to get on it. This video talks about what is not only outside, but also what was inside of it.

Day 3 rank: 2

marinabarber — 2023-05-12 15:14:15 UTC

Summary: When astronauts go into space for a long-duration flight they are at risk of losing balance and hearing in their ears. The article talks about how there is a bone in the back of your ear and it holds air cells vital for hearing - when fluid collects in this area, it can cause pain and injury. The text also states that long-duration spaceflight was associated with 9.28 greater odds of mastoid effusions compared with short-duration. This may be because it damages tubes and vessels that link the inner ear to the back of the throat and head. Lastly the text states that on the ISS, in the event of a medical emergency, astronauts can go back to earth and be treated relatively quickly, within hours. On a mission to the moon or Mars, treatment would be limited to supplies and techniques available on the vehicle. Possible treatments include simulating Earth-like gravity on the Mars spaceship or thigh cuffs that can trap blood in the legs. This all shows that in space or on a space craft, injuries can be highly possible and not many ways to treat it besides what is on the space craft or stopping the orbit and going back to earth to be treated. This is important because if someone wants to go to space they need to know the risks of what could happen and the lasting effects of things that happen in space. Main Idea: Zero gravity and the pressure in space can make someone very ill or have a negative effect on their health and/or body. This connects to my book because when Leland was training to be an astronaut he went into a pool to text what it was like with the pressure and zero gravity in space and he had to pop his ears, but he didn't have to tool to do it, so, he lost a lot of his hearing.

Ranked 3

suripabbathi — 2023-05-12 18:40:45 UTC

Summary: In the article, "Nasa considers its next flagship space telescope." The author explains many of the struggles it took to make the spaceship. This shows that four teams of scientists were making a model of what they thought the spectroscope should look like. This process to a lot of time to figure out how to do it, but in the end, they were able to get it done. After this long process, Nasa had to study and test all four of the telescopes that the four groups of scientists created. This was important so that the people knew which one worked the best. After this, they had to rate which one they like the best so that they could use that one for putting it up into space.
It relates to the book: I think this article relates to my book because it lets me better understand the different types of achievements that Nasa made so that I could better understand if they say it in the book since they talk about Nasa a lot in the book. This video helped me understand what a space telescope is.

How NASA impacts us

2023-05-12 19:08:53 UTC

In this article, "Value of NASA," the author shows the different goals in NASA, and explains how they impact us by strengthening the economy, how it improves life, and how NASA fosters American Innovation. NASA strengthens the economy because each state plays a role in space exploration, like the Artemis Program. They helped get the first woman and person of color to go to space and land on the moon. NASA improves life because they make inventions for space to find other areas on other planets, so we could live on them one day. NASA spin-offs help detect certain cancers, protect firefighters, and more. Research in space helps improve health on Earth, like understanding bone loss, developing vaccines,m and improve eye surgery. NASA satellites can help us predict weather like natural disasters. NASA fosters American Innovations, for example, they have improved flight including supersonic, air travel, electricity powered-flights, and improved air-mobility. NASA also helps small businesses research new ideas, and develop innovative aeronautics. The author shows the different goals in NASA, and explains how they impact us by strengthening the economy, how it improves life, and how NASA fosters American Innovation. This connects to the book because Leland Melvin was wondering about what NASA really does.

Building the International space station

asadalidalal — 2023-05-14 17:31:47 UTC

This short paragraph tells us about how these space stations were built. It shows a diagram of the international space station. It also tells us about these astronauts' discoveries while in space and working on the space station. I think the main idea was to show the reader how many discoveries and the space station-building process. In the short paragraph thing called "Building the International Space station," the author is trying to show us how many discoveries the international space station has made throughout the years.

Day 4 rank: 5

marinabarber — 2023-05-14 19:00:41 UTC

Summary: In this article they explain how the gravity on a spacecraft is much less than on earth and can cause space sickness. It can also affect our balance. but if you spend a few days in space you can get used to the symptoms. When you come down to earth though, you can experience gravity sickness again because of the new change in gravity. When you are in space the gravity can mess with your body fluids and cause face swelling and stuffy noses. you heart can also weaken so you might get some dizziness. In space there is no need to used your legs and lower back so the mussels in that area can weaken because you aren't using them too much. Main Idea: The gravity change in space can cause many changes in your body, some that can go back to normal when coming back to earth. This relates to my book because if you go to space with medical problems you can have worse problems when going to and from space.

Different types of space stations.(Hard

asadalidalal — 2023-05-15 22:21:49 UTC

This text analyses the 2 different types of space stations monolithic and modular. A monolithic space station is one vehicle that is launched from a rocket. A modular space station is 2 vehicles. The main idea in this text is that space companies use 2 types of space stations. In the text "Wikipedia: Space stations" the author examines the 2 types of space stations that space companies use.

2. What is white privilege in our society?

2023-05-15 22:49:21 UTC

In the video "Heartbreaking Moment When Kids Learn About White Privilege" it shows how just because of the color of your skin you are not given fair chances in society to this day and explains how many people who have lighter skin start out better than those with darker skin which is completely unfair. One issue with this form of racism is that it is completely just based on your skin color and not your actual abilities as a human, so their starting point is already setback compared to the others. If you have different skin color your path is already decided for you and you don't have a choice which isn't fair. You should be able to do what you want and get the same treatment as others instead of being pushed back or delayed in what you want to achieve. This system is preventing people from furthering their capabilities and is pulling them back almost like their is a fence stopping them but for people who do not have colored skin they are able to pass that fence. Another issue of this form of racism is that it is completely unnoticed. This form of racism is called systemic racism. Systemic racism is when communities are separated by the majority of people with the same color of skin. Many people even of color do not notice this. What this system does is that it gives people of color poorer treatment than people who are not of color. This isn't fair at all because for example, if I am a person of color and i get the same grades as a person who is not of color he is more likely to be set up for success than I am which is clearly a disadvantage for me. This video explains how the kids with darker skin have more of a disadvantage because of systemic racism. This is important because it helps people understand that racism is not always visible and can happen in many different wrong ways that you might not even realize. This relates to the book Chasing Space because Leland Melvin experienced a lot of racism in college football and doubt from other players/coaches because he was black which probably came from kids who received better treatment because of systemic racism.

What do Astronauts do in Space?

2023-05-16 01:51:20 UTC

In the article, "Astronaut," the author shows the history of NASA missions, the different types of astronauts on a spaceship, and what they do. Emphasis had shifted away from flight experience and toward superior academic achievement. The article also tells us about the first scientist-astronaut. They joined the program in 1965 to deepen their understanding of geology, astronomy, physics, and biochemistry. There are two different types of astronauts that go in a spacecraft; Pilot astronauts and mission specialist astronauts. Pilot astronauts command and pilot shuttles and could command vessels that travel back to the moon or even Mars. Mission specialist astronauts work with the pilots to maintain spacecraft and equipment, conduct experiments, and launch satellites. This connects to the book because Leland Melvin finally got to go to space, and this will help us understand who was on the flight with him.

Day 5: his dogs (3 in the middle) **

siyonabalyan — 2023-05-16 02:29:47 UTC

In this article the author presents Leland's 2 rescue dogs and explains why they were so important to him
Leland had 2 rescue dogs. their names were Jake and Scout. they got famous because, at a shoot in NASA (pumpkin suit shoot) Leland Melvin was told that he could bring his family to do the shoot with him. They did not specify 2 legged or 4 legged. Although dogs are not allowed at NASA bases but family is family. first Leland got Jake and then Scout.
his dogs really helped him through his journey and helped him get over his many obstacles in his life. they were also important because they were his service dogs aswell.

Facts, Mission, & History(hard

asadalidalal — 2023-05-16 15:04:41 UTC

In this article, it tells us about the facts and missions and the history of the international space station. The Main idea of this article is that they are trying to talk about the space station that we did not know. It also tells us about the history like how the ISS was ready on May 9th. In the article "Facts, Missions, and History of the international space station" the author examines the facts about the space station, the missions that the international space station was on and the history of the space station.

Day 5 rank: 4

marinabarber — 2023-05-16 15:28:20 UTC

Summary: In this article I learned about different disasters that happened in space. One of them was when an astronauts helmet got filled with liquid and the space walk he was on had to shut down. Another one was when an Apollo mission got struck by lightning and landed in the water. The last example I will give is when one of the spacecrafts had a problem with the solar panels and it meant that the spacecraft wasn't responding to the controls. When the spacecraft was entering into earth's atmosphere the parachute didn't unfold the right way and the spacecraft crashed. Main Idea: If something in space doesn't go eight, or if there are any problems or minor dysfunctions, then you have to check it out and fix it or you might have many problems coming back to earth. This connects to my book because in the book there is a lot about spacecraft failure and how some of the missions NASA sent out didn't work and many people had casualties or died.

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adamchai — 2023-05-16 18:14:52 UTC

In this article, the author shows us how astronaut training is very difficult and explains how/why.

Schedules can be very busy, and each astronaut has their own schedules. It may be difficult to adjust. Much effort must also be put in. 30-40 astronauts must train in 1 year at 5 different places, which means lots of organizational effort.

In conclusion, astronauts must work very hard to train for just 1 or 2 missions. Such a hassle! This connects to our story because it may affect Leland and his crew. This knowledge may help us understand