Apollo 15 Crash Seismology Sparks Lunar Insight
Apollo 15 seismometer data from Falcon’s crash near the Moon’s Apennine region sparked excitement among scientists. Detecting distant seismic waves from the 2 ton event could illuminate the Moon’s interior, crustal structure, and past impacts, with implications for theories on the Moon’s formation and planetary geology.
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Moon Dance Man Adapts to Moon Gravity on Apollo 15
Houston AP report notes astronauts David R. Scott and James B. Irwin show improved adaptability to lunar gravity across three surface excursions. Doctors say their gait evolves to gliding with minimal leg motion, relying on ankle use and balance rather than heavy strides.
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Solar Eclipse Seen From Moon During Apollo 15 Mission
Apollo 15 astronauts plan to view a solar eclipse from the Moon surface with a $150,000 camera to capture a clear shot as the Moon moves through Earth's shadow. Scott and Irwin adapt to lunar gravity and limited oxygen, extending time on the surface while orbiting the Moon and watching the eclipse. The event is scheduled Friday from 2:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. local time.
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Three's A Crowd In Space With Worden Cramped Quarters
AP reports astronaut Alfred Worden complains of cramped conditions on the command ship after David Scott and James Irwin return from the Moon. Worden notes the crew is still cleaning up and stowing suits, while Control jokes about space luxury.
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Falcon Rocket Detaches from Mothership on Moon Mission
At Cape Canaveral era recounts the Falcon leaving its roost to descend into a lunar orbit and crash near Hadley Rille three miles from the site of a portable science station and lunar rover. Astronauts express sentiment as the Falcon, named for the Air Force Academy mascot, detaches from Endeavour.
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Secretive Dove Nedzi Heads Armed Services Panel
Washington dispatch reports Rep Lucien Nedzi named chairman of the Armed Services Subcommittee on intelligence oversight. Nedzi vows periodic CIA inquiries, public hearings on intelligence acts, and tighter oversights while balancing national security with public rights.
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Minnelli and Denise Minnelli divorce after reconciliable differences
In Los Angeles UPI reports Vincent Minnelli 58 and his third wife Denise 40 dissolved their year long marriage after she testified of irreconcilable differences. Minnelli previously married Judy Garland and is the father of Liza Minnelli. he was also married to Olga Magnani.
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