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ESA Operations: Safeguarding Satellites and Exploring Space
ESOC, the European Space Operations Centre, is the hub of a network of ground stations that monitor and control ESA's spacecraft. With a complex computer system, ESOC tracks space debris and guides its own spacecraft to avoid danger....
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Lessons Learned from the Failed Beagle 2 Mars Mission
This video discusses the failed Beagle 2 mission, where a British Lander attempted to land on Mars but lost contact with Earth. Scientists are unable to determine the cause of the failure as the Lander had no means of relaying data...
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Developing a New Submarine Rescue System: Ensuring Safety at Great Depths
The video discusses the risks associated with military submarines and the challenges of deep-sea rescue. It highlights the development of a new Submarine Rescue Vehicle (SRV) by the UK, France, and Norway, which will be on standby in...
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Breaking Barriers: The Revolutionary Catamaran for Wheelchair Sailors
Andrea Stella, a wheelchair-bound sailor, designed the world's first catamaran specifically tailored for disabled individuals. With discreet adaptations and innovative technology, the catamaran allows wheelchair sailors to navigate the...
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The Tech Sphere AS 62: A Revolutionary Spherical Airship for Surveillance and Beyond
The Tech Sphere AS 62 is a unique and cost-effective airship that can hover for extended periods of time. Cheaper than satellites and manned reconnaissance planes, it fills a gap in surveillance capabilities. With the ability to outfit...
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Spaceship One: Revolutionizing Space Travel through Private Enterprise
Spaceship One, the first privately funded manned spacecraft, successfully completes a historic flight, aiming to win the X Prize. Designed by Bert Rutan and funded by Paul Allen, this innovative craft offers a cost-effective alternative...
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Advanced E Class Tiger Marine Fast Response Craft: Saving Lives on the River Thames
The Advanced E Class Tiger Marine Fast response craft in London's River Thames is a crucial rescue service that has been operating for three years. With a dedicated staff of 150, including a helmsman, mechanic, and volunteer, they...
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The Automated Transfer Vehicle: Resupplying the International Space Station
The Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) is a spacecraft developed by the European Space Agency for resupplying the International Space Station. It carries essential supplies such as water, food, and experimental equipment. After docking...
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New Submarine Rescue System: Enhancing Global Safety and Support
The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to Rolls Royce for a new submarine rescue system. This system includes a remotely operated unmanned craft that can locate submarines and provide emergency supplies, as well as a three-man...
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Record Attempt: Glider Pilot Reaches Impressive Altitude
In this video, glider pilot Dita Molina attempts to break the altitude record by reaching an altitude of 10,000 meters. Equipped with oxygen cylinders and a thermal protection suit, Molina is towed by a short sky van to climb higher....
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Global Eagle: The First Autogyro Attempt to Fly Around the World
In this video transcript, British Army pilot Barry Jones embarks on a historic journey to become the first person to fly an Autogyro around the world. Unlike helicopters, Autogyros are driven by a pusher propeller and supported by a...
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The Dream of Flying: Felix Arcadia's Journey to Build His Own Aircraft
In this video, we meet Felix Arcadia, a 24-year-old orphan with a passion for aviation. Despite facing numerous obstacles, including the loss of his mother, Felix is determined to build his own microlight aircraft. With limited resources...
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Spaceship One: The First Privately Funded Venture into Space
The video discusses the X Prize-winning venture into space by Spaceship One, a privately funded spacecraft. It highlights the unique features of Spaceship One, such as being carried by a mothercraft called White Knight, its hybrid rocket...
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Introduction to the European Space Agency's Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV)
The Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) is a spacecraft developed by the European Space Agency to resupply the International Space Station. With a payload capacity of 20 tons, the ATV carries essential supplies including water, food, and...
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Breaking Records: The Solo Non-Stop Trans Global Flight Attempt
Steve Fawcett, a billionaire with a passion for breaking records, is determined to achieve the solo, non-stop Trans Global Flight, a record that has never been achieved before. With the help of aviation pioneer Bert Rutan and Virgin...
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Failure and Blame: Learn to Avoid Project Failure
Project Failure is one of the favorite topics for project managers. From pub conversations to the outrageously-priced Standish Report, we love to discuss and read about failed projects. We think that, by learning about them, we can avoid...
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Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners - 2022 Edition - Part 02 - Phishing Attacks
Here, we will understand the concepts of phishing, how the attack is performed, the dangers of opening phishing emails, and how to prevent them.
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Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners - Section Preview-4
This is a brief outline of the concepts you will learn from this section, including Phishing, Blackeye, creating a LinkedIn cloned site, and creating fake phishing mail.
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The Virgin Challenger: an Attempt to Circumnavigate the World
Early in 1997 a group of engineers were putting the finishing touches to unique craft designed by Swedish aeronautical engineer Per Lindstand. The team funded by entrepreneur and adventurer Richard Branson were in Morocco preparing for...
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Rosetta's Journey: Exploring Comets and Asteroids in Space
The European Space Agency's Rosetta spacecraft is on an 11-year mission to analyze samples of comets. Along the way, it has passed close to Earth, Mars, and flown past asteroids. Rosetta will map the comet's surface to find a suitable...
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The Role of Drones in Surveillance Activities
Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles are usually small aircraft that can fly without a pilot. Initially drones had military applications such as surveillance or as weapons platforms, but today they are finding roles with civilian police...
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Project Gemini: Advancements in Space Exploration
This video provides a brief overview of the Gemini space program, which aimed to develop the necessary techniques and skills for future moon missions. It highlights the key advancements made during the Gemini flights, such as longer...
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Spaceship One: Journey to Suborbital Spaceflight
Space Ship One is a privately built rocket, designed for sub-orbital space flight. It is carried aloft by the White Knight mother craft. The system was built in response to a challenge, known as the Ansari X Prize, for the first team...
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The Mercury / Maia Flight Combination
In the 1930s aircraft manufacturers Short proposed a two-stage plane capable of flying non-stop across the Atlantic.