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Americans in Space Diary. Space News and tracking polls.

Expanding Growth For Satellite Market.

Tue Jun 09, 2009 at 07:10:42 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: Expanding Growth For Satellite Market.

Poll Results: The poll yesterday had a lower than average turnout and a one sided finish.

Star Trek: In the News. Black not Mudd

Yesterday's Comments: "Yeah I mean, if that's God, my reaction will be, "For God's sake, God, grow the fuck up!" -  Socratic

Today's Poll: No poll. See the bottom section.


Space policy 101: civil space 2009

Mon Jun 08, 2009 at 04:47:58 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: Space policy 101: civil space 2009

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll was pretty one sided. Most thought the "time out" was a bad policy.

Star Trek: In the News. Former Make A Wish Kid and Star Trek Producers Team up to Fundraise For the Foundation

Yesterday's Comments: "What planet are you living on? I saw therapods today that not only ran, but even flew" - Ferris Valyn

Today's Poll: Creation of a National Climate Center - Good - Bad?

Poll

Creation of a National Climate Center - Good - Bad?

82%37 votes
11%5 votes
6%3 votes

| 45 votes | Vote | Results

The Politics of Space. New poll. Star Trek News.

Sun Jun 07, 2009 at 06:23:35 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: The Politics of Space.

Page 2: Meteoroid Bombardment May Have Made Earth More Habitable

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll was the weekly tracking poll and support still remains as strong as last week. Scroll down for the results, click subscribe for more space news.

Star Trek: In the News. DVD Review: The Best Of Star Trek: The Next Generation

Yesterday's Comments: "China is going to own Mars too - It's bad enough that they own America" - Fish Out of Water

Today's Poll: Funding "time out" for NASA - Good or Bad for Space Exploration?

Poll

Funding "time out" for NASA - Good or Bad for Space Exploration?

18%11 votes
78%47 votes
0%0 votes
3%2 votes

| 60 votes | Vote | Results

China to launch Mars space probe.

Sat Jun 06, 2009 at 05:49:43 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: China to launch Mars space probe.

Page 2: Spacewalkers Prime Space Station For New Docking Port.

Poll Results: The poll yesterday had an average turnout with the "I believe"ers coming out on top.

Star Trek: In the News. Movie review: Star Trek, The Future Begins.

A view of Star Trek from India.

Yesterday's Comments: "My extraterrestrial ancestors ... exposed" - Meteor Blades

Today's Poll: Weekly Tracking Poll of space funding.

Poll

Percent of Budget towards Space Spending.

57%27 votes
14%7 votes
6%3 votes
10%5 votes
6%3 votes
2%1 votes
2%1 votes

| 47 votes | Vote | Results

New Research on Space Viruses Seeding life on Earth.

Fri Jun 05, 2009 at 05:33:48 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: New Research on Space Viruses Seeding life on Earth.

Page 2: NASA Launches Human Space Flight Review Web Site for Public Use

Poll Results: The poll yesterday had a lower than average turnout but members want to see private enterprise and the federal government work together to solve this problem.

Star Trek: In the News. Star Trek Ads Under CARU's Watch

Yesterday's Comments: "My question on the Luna delay is it because the engineers are trying to get it right or are they just polishing a turd?" - jck

Today's Poll: Panspermia and Space Rocks.

Poll

Panspermia and Space Rocks.

39%29 votes
30%22 votes
15%11 votes
15%11 votes

| 73 votes | Vote | Results

NASA falling further behind on return to Luna systems.

Thu Jun 04, 2009 at 02:52:14 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: NASA falling further behind on return to Luna systems.

Page 2: The Entrepreneur Has The Answer To Space Debris

Poll Results: A very strong turnout for yesterday's poll. Scroll down for the results, click subscribe for more space news.

Star Trek: In the News. Faran Tahir plays Captain Robau in cult classic prequel.

Yesterday's Comments: "Starship troopers, in my view, is not a good thing" - Meteor Blades

Today's Poll: How should the issue of space debris be handled?

Poll

How should the issue of space debris be handled?

4%2 votes
68%33 votes
18%9 votes
6%3 votes
2%1 votes

| 48 votes | Vote | Results

Air Force to Launch Space Plane Next Year.

Wed Jun 03, 2009 at 01:33:03 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: Air Force to Launch Space Plane Next Year.

Poll Results: The poll yesterday had the lowest turnout since Feb. Scroll down for the latest results, click subscribe for more space news.

Star Trek: In the News. Researchers Invent Eye-Tracking Eyeglass Display, Star Trek-Style.

Yesterday's Comments: "I knew thirty four and one-half years of reading hard science fiction would come in handy someday." - Moody Loner

Today's Poll: Should the U.S, Air Force have orbital capability?

Poll

Should the U.S, Air Force have orbital capability?

61%93 votes
29%44 votes
9%14 votes

| 151 votes | Vote | Results

International Space Development Conference.

Tue Jun 02, 2009 at 03:22:53 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: International Space Development Conference.

Page 2: NASA Announces Members of Human Space Flight Review Committee

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll had a lower than average turnout with mixed results.

Star Trek: In the News. Star Trek's ex-chief movie praise

Yesterday's Comments: "Shaq would miss free throws by 3 miles instead of 3 feet..." - Hedwig

Today's Poll: Do you approve of the choice of members for the Augustine Panel?

Poll

Do you approve of the choice of members for the Augustine Panel?

12%3 votes
24%6 votes
12%3 votes
16%4 votes
0%0 votes
0%0 votes
8%2 votes
28%7 votes

| 25 votes | Vote | Results

Extreme Sports: In Space!

Mon Jun 01, 2009 at 01:02:47 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: Extreme Sports: In Space!

Ken Harvey wants bring sports to space.

Page 2: Space Station: One Big International Family.

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll was lower than average but an almost unanimous result.

Star Trek: In the News. 'Star Trek' repeats were a staple, rated a 24-hour marathon

Yesterday's Comments: "We should cut NASA We have more important priorities right now." - leadingindicator

Today's Poll: Low Earth Orbit Commercial Sports Complex - A good idea?

Poll

Low Earth Orbit Commercial Sports Complex - A good idea?

36%18 votes
28%14 votes
32%16 votes
2%1 votes

| 49 votes | Vote | Results

On diversity, NASA lags behind. New Poll. Star Trek News

Sun May 31, 2009 at 01:38:43 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: On diversity, NASA lags behind

Page 2: This Week In Space:  The Late Great Planet Earth

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll was the weekly tracking poll and it was a unique finish.

Star Trek: In the News. Is Star Trek A Religion?

Yesterday's Comments: "I Gotta Confess I come here for the pretty eye candy. And I keep the tab open for hours at a time." - Pluto

Today's Poll: Should President Obama, Congress and NASA finally fund COTS-D?

Poll

Should President Obama, Congress and NASA finally fund COTS-D?

0%0 votes
91%41 votes
4%2 votes
4%2 votes

| 45 votes | Vote | Results

How the Moon could fuel World Wars.

Sat May 30, 2009 at 01:08:48 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: How the Moon could fuel World Wars.

Page 2: NASA, Russia sign contract extension

Page 3: This Week in Science

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll had a lower than average turnout but almost half said "where do I sign?".

Star Trek: In the News. Star Trek Sequel Talk & Some Awesome Concept Art

Yesterday's Comments: "Water, Not so much. Discover oil and Mars would have oil rigs springing up all over the place before you could say "shouldn't we think about this?" " - LaFeminista

Today's Poll: Saturday in Space - Weekly Tracking Poll on space funding.

Poll

Percent of Budget towards Space Spending.

51%34 votes
12%8 votes
4%3 votes
13%9 votes
6%4 votes
4%3 votes
7%5 votes

| 66 votes | Vote | Results

Team Develops New Way to Discover Alien Oceans.

Fri May 29, 2009 at 12:04:47 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: Team Develops New Way to Discover Alien Oceans.

Page 2: Facing Mars

Page 3: Russian rocket docks at space station

Poll Results: A very strong turnout for yesterday's poll.

Star Trek: In the News. Star Trek, highest grossing film for 2009

Yesterday's Comments: "If you want people to take that one-way ride, I think you'd better find some beer on Mars" - Crashing Vor

Today's Poll: Would you take a trip to Mars?

Poll

Would you take a trip to Mars?

52%26 votes
16%8 votes
26%13 votes
6%3 votes

| 50 votes | Vote | Results

Water on Mars: New Research. Poll Results. Star Trek News.

Thu May 28, 2009 at 12:58:24 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: Water on Mars: New Research.

Poll Results: An average turnout for yesterday's poll. Scroll down for the latest results, click subscribe for more space news.

Star Trek: In the News. Looking Back at the Original Star Trek Motion Pictures

Yesterday's Comments: "So what do they do with the crap? Burn it for fuel?" - NellaSelim

Today's Poll: How confident are you humanity will find water on Mars?

Poll

How confident are you humanity will find water on Mars?

44%159 votes
21%78 votes
12%44 votes
18%66 votes
1%5 votes
0%3 votes
1%6 votes

| 361 votes | Vote | Results

A One-way Ticket To Mars.

Wed May 27, 2009 at 01:51:34 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: A One-way Ticket To Mars.

Paul Davies at Mars Daily.com has an interesting proposal, a one way trip of exploration to Mars.

Poll Results: The poll yesterday had a lower than average turnout with just over half believing dirt is the answer.

Star Trek: In the News. Triage technology with a Star Trek twist.

Yesterday's Comments: "Legos!" - shpilk

Today's Poll: One way trip to Mars - is this even an option?

Poll

One way trip to Mars - is this even an option?

67%53 votes
30%24 votes
0%0 votes
1%1 votes

| 78 votes | Vote | Results

Giant Moon Blanket Could Protect Astronauts.

Tue May 26, 2009 at 01:49:21 PM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: Giant Moon Blanket Could Protect Astronauts.

Page 2: NASA Soldiers On

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll had an average turnout on the go it alone issue.

Star Trek: In the News. The Huffington Post had a few words to say about Star Trek today.

Yesterday's Comments: "Ignore this comment I flunked Evelyn Wood's speed reading course" - Bill White

Today's Poll: Living on the Moon: bring blankets or use regolith.

Poll

Living on the Moon: bring blankets or use regolith.

34%18 votes
53%28 votes
9%5 votes
1%1 votes

| 52 votes | Vote | Results

A Scientist's Guide to Finding Alien Life:

Mon May 25, 2009 at 01:33:04 PM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: A Scientist's Guide to Finding Alien Life: Where, When, and in What Universe.

Page 2: All over solar system; monitor climate from orbit

Poll Results: The poll yesterday was the 26th time the Weekly Tracking Poll has been ran, scroll down for the totals, click subscribe for more space news.

Star Trek: In the News. 'Star Trek XI' Finishes A Strong $22M In Third Week

Yesterday's Comments: "That arm is Canadian! Tips for loving Canada" - David Kroning

Today's Poll: Should the ISS be opened up to the China, India and Brazil?

Poll

Should the ISS be opened up to the China, India and Brazil?

70%51 votes
26%19 votes
1%1 votes
1%1 votes

| 72 votes | Vote | Results

Buzz Aldrin: America is Lost in Space.

Sun May 24, 2009 at 09:54:36 AM PST

MAIN ARTICLE: Buzz Aldrin: America is Lost in Space.

Page 2: Who is Charles Bolden Jr.?

Page 3: Europe, Russia discuss 'orbital shipyard' plans.

Page 4: What I wish Bolden would do

Poll Results: Yesterday's poll had an above average turnout and clear message was made.

Star Trek: In the News. Movie review: New ‘Star Trek’ rates as the best of series.

Yesterday's Comments: "The DKos orange suit is a hidden in plain sight clue" - indycam

Today's Poll: Percent of Budget towards Space Spending.

Poll

Percent of Budget towards Space Spending.

44%32 votes
11%8 votes
13%10 votes
16%12 votes
5%4 votes
1%1 votes
6%5 votes

| 72 votes | Vote | Results

President Obama names new NASA Administrator.

Sat May 23, 2009 at 07:22:10 AM PST

PhotobucketMAIN ARTICLE: President Obama names new NASA Administrator.

Page 2: This Week in Space: Memorial Day Edition

Poll Results: An average turnout for yesterday's poll but a first in polling.

Star Trek: In the News. Film Review: Star Trek

Yesterday's Comments: "Right. And the UPS stuff that I get which is already busted upon arrival will be crunched to the density of a mini-black hole" - Meteor Blades

Today's Poll: Bolden NASA Chief, Lori Garver as deputy - Good/Bad picks?

Poll

Charles Bolden NASA Chief, Lori Garver as deputy - Good/Bad picks?

58%53 votes
28%26 votes
7%7 votes
1%1 votes
0%0 votes
3%3 votes

| 90 votes | Vote | Results


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