The year in space.

[STDiva]

http://cosmiclog.nbcnews.com/_news/...hello-to-mars-farewell-to-neil-armstrong?lite

Every year marks beginnings and endings, but when it comes to space exploration, 2012 ranks as a big year for both starts and stops. SpaceX opened what could be a new era for commercial spaceflight. NASA's Curiosity rover began what could turn out to be a decade-long mission on Mars. First moonwalker Neil Armstrong, arguably the world's best-known (and most private) astronaut, ****** away. So did Sally Ride, America's first woman astronaut. And after 30 years of service, the space shuttle fleet finally settled into museum retirement.
We've put together a slideshow that hits the off-world highlights of the past year. We've also put together an unscientific poll that lets you choose the top story for 2012 and the top trend for 2013. Without further ado, here's our 16th annual "Year in Space" roundup

 

[luis1972]

I'm subscribed to it

 

[assari]

"Space is the place where the sun do not ever shine"

(assari)

 

[StanScratch]

As it stands right now, the death of Armstrong and the exploration of Curiosity are the biggest stories.
However, the biggest story might not seem like one, or has not yet been announced.
Perhaps Curiosity has found undeniable truth that there is water on Mars, but analyses is still pending.
Perhaps the discovery of an extra-solar planet will lead to the discovery of life on another planet.
Maybe the next great astronomer or astronaut was born last year.
As of right now, Armstrong and Curiosity are the big stories - but the future could change that.

"Space is the place where the sun do not ever shine"

(assari)

You would be completely incorrect. A person in space will see the sun shine (though looking at it indirectly would be unwise). Even outside of our solar system, Sol would still be visible for quite some time, as would countless other stars. Even between galaxies, billions upon billions upon billions of suns would shine.

 

[lurkingdirk]

"Space is the place where the sun do not ever shine"

(assari)

Man, you're trying so hard, but failing so much.


Anyway, cool find Diva. Thanks for sharing it!
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