GoreSat launch in 20 minutes. nt

[bananas]

[haikugal]

1. I need to read up on what this is for.

I'm guessing it will replace some of the climate Sats we've lost? Sounds very cool...hope the launch goes smoothly.

[Warren DeMontague]

2. And unless I'm mistaken Spacex is going to try for a full recovery of the launch rocket on this.

Which is fucking awesome coolness, if you ask me.



http://www.space.com/28167-spacex-risky-reusable-rocket-landing-infographic.html

http://www.space.com/28484-spacex-rocket-landing-discovr-satellite.html

[Warpy]

3. Their tests have been nothing short of amazing

This one will go father and faster, so we'll see if they manage a good landing this time. If they don't, they'll get great data from it to increase the chances next time.

[Warren DeMontague]

6. I know- what a rush, huh?

I know people have mixed feelings about Elon Musk, but from where I sit he's like the guy who says "everyone complains about not having flying cars yet- let's just make the damn flying car already!"

(Not suggesting flying cars are actually a good idea or not, just an example of what i mean)

[cantbeserious]

4. Launch Scrubbed For Today

eom

[Warren DeMontague]

5. Yep. Bummer.

Will be watching for next attempt, though!