If this really happens, I would guess that they would eliminate shuttle science missions. The three remaining shuttles would probably be used 90%-95% for ISS support only with possibly one or two Hubble service missions. Otherwise, I don't see where they would have any budget to even begin research on the moon return. But, I'm certainly for a manned return to the moon. I think it should have happened twenty years ago. I think we should start it off by landing a Hubble "equivalent-sized" telescope or better on the moon which would eventually be serviced by the future astronauts. The telescope would have to be powered by RTG's (2 weeks of dark) and solar (2 weeks of light). Dreaming, Dale.
-----Original Message----- From: Patrick Wiggins [mailto:paw@trilobyte.net] Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 6:47 PM To: utah astronomy listserve Subject: [Utah-astronomy] Bush: Back to Moon
I just heard a news report saying the president is about to announce plans for returning people to the Moon.
To believe or not to believe...
Patrick
Is there any advantage to a lunar based scope vs. a space based scope (in earth orbit)? Seems that one closer to home is a lot easier (not to mention cheaper) to upgrade and service, or...? Rich --- Dale Hooper <Dale.Hooper@sdl.usu.edu> wrote:
I think we should start it off by landing a Hubble "equivalent-sized" telescope or better on the moon which would eventually be serviced by the future astronauts. The telescope would have to be powered by RTG's (2 weeks of dark) and solar (2 weeks of light).
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