Dragon Capsule From SpaceX Successfully Docks With ISS

Becomes the first commercial spacecraft to go into orbit.

Kamakshi S, 26th May 2012 11:32

NASA's ambitious project of docking SpaceX's Dragon capsule with the ISS bore fruits, as the unmanned spacecraft docked with the International Space Station on Friday, becoming the first commercial space vehicle to be attached to the space station.

Reports confirmed that the capsule attached successfully to the Harmony module of the station at 12:02 p.m. EDT (21:32 IST), as it was "captured by station’s robotic arm and attached to the station"...

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TechTree.tv: Watch The World's First Commercial Spacecraft Launch

Falcon 9 Dragon will dock with the Intl Space Station (ISS), if everything goes according to plan.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 22nd May 2012 13:43

After series of delays and last-minute cancellations, the world's first commercial Spacecraft, the Falcon 9 Dragon has finally taken off. If everything goes according to plans, it will dock with the International Space Station.  Having said that, I'm sure all the Michael Bay movie fans will prefer a spectacular mid-air explosion instead.

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India's RISAT-1 Will Be Launched on April 26th

First indigenous Radar Imaging Satellite will be used for disaster prediction.

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Kamakshi S, 23rd Apr 2012 20:11

India's RISAT-1 Will Be Launched on April 26th

Originally slated for a 20th April launch, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch India's first indigenous Radar Imaging Satellite later this week. The RISAT-1 will...

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"Earthquake Wallpaper" Could Save Lives

Once stuck on your home's wall, claims to offer protection from quakes up to 6.3 magnitude.

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Jayesh Limaye, 14th Apr 2012 16:59

With so many earthquakes occurring these days, it is high time that we have something to protect ourselves. Unfortunately, most of our buildings are not built to be earthquake-proof, thus leaving them vulnerable in such eventuality. Thankfully, scientists in Germany...

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ISRO To Launch India's First Radar Imaging Satellite

Plans to send RISAT-1 into orbit on 20th April.

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Kamakshi S, 02nd Apr 2012 12:31

ISRO To Launch India's First Radar Imaging Satellite

UPDATE (03-Apr-2012): Sources have told us that the 20th April launch has been postponed. Fresh launch dates are yet to be announced. We will keep you updated about the same.

It seems like 20th April is a very lucky day for the Indian Satellite and Research Organisation (ISRO), considering that the ...

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First Common Bird Monitoring System Setup In India

Will enable bird lovers around the country to monitor and protect 18 common species.

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Kamakshi S, 21st Mar 2012 14:01

After reports about threats of sparrows going on the extinction path surfaced on the World Sparrow Day (celebrated on...

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TechTree Blog: What Would Be The Effects Of A Pak Nuke Over Delhi?

Web utility provides insight into the catastrophic consequences of nuclear weapons.

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Jayesh Limaye, 25th Feb 2012 22:36

The atomic bomb is arguably the deadliest creation of mankind; it has the power to destroy humanity like no other instrument of mass destruction. Even though it has been used only twice as a weapon against an enemy nation, the...

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Kinect Hack Measures Astronauts' Weight

May replace current bulky space weighing systems.

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Nachiket 'therapist' Mhatre, 29th Dec 2011 16:30

Of the many Kinect hacks, this one's literally space age. Apparently, your friendly neighbourhood Kinect haxx0rs have managed to turn the X360 motion gaming accessory into a weight measurement tool. No, don't just step...

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Apple Files Patents For Fuel Cell Technology

May equip iDevices with hydrogen-based power source for extreme battery life.

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Nachiket 'therapist' Mhatre, 26th Dec 2011 20:17

Apple was granted its first fuel cell related patent about six years ago. It involved the use of ...

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Smartphone Used To Detect Abnormal Heart Rhythms

Can also transmit collected data to doctors for immediate assistance.

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Nachiket 'therapist' Mhatre, 09th Nov 2011 13:40

Being diagnosed with heart ailments entails unwieldy and intrusive electrocardiography rituals such as Holter Monitoring systems. Although battery-powered portable Holter Monitors do exist, these diagnostic devices require doctors to analyse the data recorded...

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Lasers Can Turn Brown Eyes To Blue

Procedure permanently removes brown pigment from the iris.

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Nachiket 'therapist' Mhatre, 07th Nov 2011 17:56

While we aren't anywhere near Adam Jensen levels of functional body modifications, these days cosmetic surgery can augment almost all human assets. Add another item to the long list of cosmetic procedures, because those seeking...

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TBCP-II Robot Can Scale Walls

Borrows the idea from the ugly lizard.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 03rd Nov 2011 19:24

Researchers at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, Canada have developed a robot that has the ability to scale smooth...

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German Pilot Flies Multicopter

Lives to tell the tale.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 02nd Nov 2011 23:10

Thomas Senkel of e-volo has completed a first manned flight on the multicopter in southwest of Germany. This electric-powered airship ...

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Scientist Creates A Miniature Flying Carpet

But Aladdin wannabes will have to wait.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 03rd Oct 2011 21:17

A researcher has made a real flying carpet; and he is not from Arabia. The device is...

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Scientists Install Webcam On Mt Everest

Will help researchers as well as couch potatoes keep an eye on the highest mountain.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 30th Sep 2011 22:39

As part of the Everest Share 2011 research project, scientists from Bergamo, Italy have installed a type M12 MOBOTIX camera on Kaala Patthar (5675 metres), near Mount Everest. This makes it the highest live cam...

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Rogue Satellite To Fall Today!

However, a mobile app can save unlucky people from the UARS.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 23rd Sep 2011 17:31

The Upper Atmosphere Research Satellite (UARS) is going to crash to Earth today. As reported earlier, 26 pieces of the satellite are expected to survive re-entry and fall onto the surface. If this news happens to worry you...

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6.5 Ton Satellite To Crash On Earth

Point of impact unknown.

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Chandrakant 'CK' Isi, 21st Sep 2011 21:35

The Upper Atmosphere Research Satellite (UARS) has been wandering off its orbit for quite some time. Now, it's losing the battle to Earth's gravity. This means that the UARS is going to enter our planet's atmosphere, and...

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Dragon Capsule From SpaceX Successfully Docks With ISS

Becomes the first commercial spacecraft to go into orbit.

TechTree.tv: Watch The World's First Commercial Spacecraft Launch

Falcon 9 Dragon will dock with the Intl Space Station (ISS), if everything goes according to plan.

India's RISAT-1 Will Be Launched on April 26th

First indigenous Radar Imaging Satellite will be used for disaster prediction.

"Earthquake Wallpaper" Could Save Lives

Once stuck on your home's wall, claims to offer protection from quakes up to 6.3 magnitude.

ISRO To Launch India's First Radar Imaging Satellite

Plans to send RISAT-1 into orbit on 20th April.

First Common Bird Monitoring System Setup In India

Will enable bird lovers around the country to monitor and protect 18 common species.

TechTree Blog: What Would Be The Effects Of A Pak Nuke Over Delhi?

Web utility provides insight into the catastrophic consequences of nuclear weapons.

Kinect Hack Measures Astronauts' Weight

May replace current bulky space weighing systems.

Apple Files Patents For Fuel Cell Technology

May equip iDevices with hydrogen-based power source for extreme battery life.

Smartphone Used To Detect Abnormal Heart Rhythms

Can also transmit collected data to doctors for immediate assistance.

Lasers Can Turn Brown Eyes To Blue

Procedure permanently removes brown pigment from the iris.

TBCP-II Robot Can Scale Walls

Borrows the idea from the ugly lizard.

German Pilot Flies Multicopter

Lives to tell the tale.

Scientist Creates A Miniature Flying Carpet

But Aladdin wannabes will have to wait.

Scientists Install Webcam On Mt Everest

Will help researchers as well as couch potatoes keep an eye on the highest mountain.

Rogue Satellite To Fall Today!

However, a mobile app can save unlucky people from the UARS.

6.5 Ton Satellite To Crash On Earth

Point of impact unknown.

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